CHMD89: Introduction to Green Chemistry

Welcome to the course guide for CHMD89: Introduction to Green Chemistry! Use the guide menu to browse key topics designed to help you complete your critical review assignment for this course.

1. Locate a recent research article in the field of green chemistry that outlines a new and/or improved chemical reaction or analytical process (does not have to advertise as "green").
    
2. Compare/contrast the newly published procedure to the same, earlier version of the chemical reaction or analytical process using the lens of green chemistry.

Sample topic: Poly(lactic acid)

• Synonyms/related keywords: Polylactic acid, PLA, Polylactide

Class activity: Google Jamboard brainstorm

• Need help with planning? Use the Assignment Planner to create a suggested timeline for each step of your assignment
• Do some background reading using things like Google, Wikipedia, and books from the library catalogue so you understand your topic
• Check out the list of key resources for your subject area