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Organic Chemistry
Organische Chemie
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:14:45
Abstract
Introduction to Isomerism. Descriptive chemistry of glycerides, peptides and saccharides.Reaction mechanisms in organic chemistry (substitutions, additions, eliminations condensations)Biosynthesis of Terpenes.
Objective
The students are able to differentiate between structural and stereoisomers. They know the number of stereoisomers of a given structure. They are able to translate a peptide in short notation to a conventional structural formula. The students know the sn-nomenclature for glyerides. They are able to evaluate the number of isomers in mono- di- and trigylcerides. They know the possibilities of condensation of two monosaccharides to disaccharides. They are able to document this by drawing Haworth-projections. The students know the basic reaction mechanisms in organic chemistry. They are able to understand and formulate simple biochemical rections. They know the basics of the biosynthesis of terpenes.
Content
Isomerism (structural isomers, stereoisomers). Descriptive chemistry of natural products (glycerides, peptides, saccharides). Reaction mechanisms (substitutions, additions, eliminations, condensations). The citric acid cycle, the gloxylate cycle. Biosynthesis of terpenes.
Resources
Literature
Hart, Crane and Hart, organic chemistry (german translation), Wiley
General Information
- Language
- German
- Levels
- BSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- written 90 minutes
- Aids
- Keine.
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture | Organische Chemie |
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2 h weekly |
Offered In
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Earth Sciences Bachelor (Information about the Bachelor-studies: )
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Major in Climate and Water: Electives (From the offered elective courses during autumn (5th semester) and spring semester (6th semester), 24 credits have to be acquired. The choice of other courses has to be granted by the advisor (Dr. M. Wüest).)
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