CHEM 101

Fundamental principles of chemistry, including the nature of atoms, ions and molecules, and stoichiometry chemistry of aqueous solutions including oxidation-reduction reactions, equilibrium and acid/base chemistry with a focus on buffer solutions; thermochemistry and chemical thermodynamics. The application of chemical principles in areas of interest to students in the life sciences, human nutrition and human kinetics are emphasized. Credit will be granted for only one of CHEM 101, CHEM 100, CHEM 120, or CHEM 121. Three credits and lab/tutorial.