Notes for SCC 11 23: Chemistry for the Life Sciences –

Methane combustion (balanced): ext{CH}4 + 2 ext{O}2
ightarrow ext{CO}2 + 2 ext{H}2 ext{O}
Luminol chemistry (chemiluminescence) reference: luminol is the compound chemiluminescent when reacted with
ext{H}2 ext{O}2; luminol structure:
ext{luminol}
ightarrow ext{blue light emission} (excited state emits light).
Luminol formula: ext{C}8 ext{H}7 ext{N}3 ext{O}2
Earthquake example: magnitude M = 4.8 (northeast of Perth).
Assessment weights: 30\% mid-semester test, 30\% lab work, 40\% final exam.
Mid-semester test cover: modules 1-4 and labs 1-4.
Exam length: 3 ext{ hours} with 100 MCQs; working-out booklet provided (three-page).
Lab attendance and assessment: attendance is taken; quizzes are electronically marked via Canvas; laboratory notebooks are essential for the quiz.
Module structure: 10 modules across the course; modules align with both lectures and lab activities.
Breaks and pacing: planned 5–10 minute break around the mid-lecture point; breaks are scheduled to accommodate study and focus.

The lecture emphasizes engagement, safety culture, practical labs, and the integration of chemistry into life sciences.
The course uses a blended approach with lectures, labs, reading, and online assessments to reinforce learning and ensure practical competence.
A strong emphasis on academic integrity and the support systems available to students to succeed in the unit.