Organic Chemistry For Glassblowers

Is a continuation of Basic and Organic Chemistry. This course begins by covering solution chemistry, including theory of formation, as well as calculations involving concentration. It continues with coverage of nomenclature, bond theory, properties and reactions of a variety of classes of organic compounds. The final portion of the class relates biochemistry to organic chemistry by covering properties and functions of lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids. Organic laboratory techniques are emphasized in the laboratory portion of the course. Students also perform tests for functional groups, synthesis reactions, purification of a substance by recrystallization, and silver deposition of glassware.