CHEM 2157

(3 credits) 3 hours lecture, 1 hour tutorial (formerly CHEM 3357) Topics discussed in this course include: the hybridization of the carbon atom; covalent bonding; reactions of alkanes, alkenes, alkynes and aromatic hydrocarbons; functional groups and their reactions; polymerization and industrial applications. Major projects will include cradle-to-grave analysis of an assigned organic compound and theoretical development of new recycling methods for organics.