Prerequisite: CHEM-10. This course is primarily intended for transfer students pursing degrees in health science areas such as bachelor degrees in Nursing, Dental Hygiene, Dietitian, and other health science related degrees. The course is a survey of organic chemistry and biochemistry with a focus on biological applications and an emphasis on cellular and organism chemistry. Topics covered include organic functional groups, nomenclature, structure and reactions of organic compounds, structure and biological importance of carbohydrates, lipids, amino acids, proteins, nucleic acids, DNA, and RNA. Laboratory work will provide hands-on activities to teach laboratory skills and support the concepts presented in the lecture. This course is not intended for science majors. (C-ID CHEM 102) Transfer: CSU; UC credit limitations
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