Bioorganic Chemistry Laboratory Experiments: Custom Edition for BCH 3023 University of North Florida

Bioorganic Chemistry Laboratory Experiments: Custom Edition for BCH 3023 University of North Florida is designed to give instructions for safely completing a series of college level experiments in the areas of organic and biological chemistry. It should accompany a semester lecture course such as bioorganic chemistry for non-science majors. Strong emphasis is placed upon the importance of the solubility of both organic and non-organic substances in aqueous (water) and non-aqueous environments. This is quite pertinent since the majority of human body mass is water and most of our biochemical cycles rely on the dissolution and/or transport of molecules and ions via water.

Each experiment is presented in five distinct parts: Introduction, Procedures with data collection tables, Pre-laboratory assignment, and Post-laboratory assignment. The portions that are submitted for evaluation are removable from the text. No external lab reports are needed. Safety tips, handling of hazardous wastes and lists of chemicals and equipment are also included.