CHEM 101 Homework Assignment – Chemistry and Your Major

 

Adapted from Pence, L. E. J. Chem. Ed. 2004, 81, 764

 

For this assignment, write a 1 – 2 page essay on how chemistry relates to your major.  Here are some ideas for topics.  You may choose one of these, or pick another one that interests you:

 

Art:  Discuss ways that chemistry is used to restore paintings.

 

Business/Economics:  Discuss the impact of the chemical industry on the global economy.

 

Communication:  Define the common public image of the chemical industry, and explain how large chemical companies attempt to provide a positive public image

 

Dance:  Discuss ways chemistry concepts have been communicated through dance.

 

Education:  Describe a scientific classroom activity and explain what the students will learn.

 

English:  Discuss how Rachel Carson’s book, Silent Spring, influenced the American public, government, and industry with respect to pesticides.

 

Environmental Studies:  Discuss how Rachel Carson’s book, Silent Spring, influenced the American public, government, and industry with respect to pesticides.

 

Health/PE:  Discuss the effect of anabolic steroids on health.

 

 

Turn in your paper on the due date indicated on the course schedule (chem.winthrop.edu).

 

The paper will be graded for content and writing using the homework grading rubric on Dr. Hanna’s CHEM 101 page at chem.winthrop.edu

 

This assignment must be typed using a 12-pt font, doubled spaced, with no more than 1 inch margins.