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Yakima Valley College Catalog 2024-2025

CHEM& 121: Introduction to Chemistry

5 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S
A one-quarter survey of the principles of general chemistry with lab including scientific method, atomic structure, chemical bonding, periodic properties, physical states of matter, solutions, reaction rates, equilibria, acids/bases, pH, chemical equations, stoichiometric calculations, and nuclear chemistry. This is the appropriate course for students intending to major in Nursing, Veterinary Technology, Viticulture, Dental Hygiene, and Horticulture among others. 
Prerequisite: Eligibility for MATH 095  or MATH& 146 , concurrent enrollment in ENGL 095  or eligibility for ENGL& 101 , and completion of one year of high school chemistry or CHEM& 100  with a grade of C or better.
Distribution for DTA: Natural Sciences - Lab