An introduction to the chemistry of some of the more important classes of organic compounds; nomenclature, structure, physical and spectroscopic properties; methods of preparation; and reactions of aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons, halides, and monofunctional oxygen compounds, with an emphasis on ionic reaction mechanisms. Prerequisite: CHEM 010 or CHEM 010 HN. Natural sciences and engineering practicum. One laboratory period weekly. 1 credit. Spring 2015. Rablen. http://www.swarthmore.edu/chemistry-biochemistry Chemistry and Biochemistry