"Chemistry in Context " course.
"What has Geology got to do with Chemistry or vice versa?"
or
"Which came first Chemistry or Geology?"
Three one hour sessions led by Mike Horne FGS for the University of Hull, Chemistry Dept..
Aims -
Think about -
The "Scientific Method" - how do we do science?
Relationships - how are the sciences related? how does science interact with our lives?
Communication - how can we tell the public about science?
Content -
Short statement on Safety.
A bit of mineralogy.
A bit of geochemistry.
Perhaps a bit of crystallography.
The relationship between geology and other sciences.
Geology in the City, or Geology of East Yorkshire, or "Did the Earth Move for You" an introduction to geo-hazards in the UK..
Methods -
Informal talks using OHP, practical work, discussion and perhaps a slide show.
Location -
Lecture Theatre C, Chemistry Building (for 2008)
Room 041, Geography Dept., Cohen Building. (for 2007)
It is a Laboatory - so eating, drinking and smoking are not allowed. Please wash your hands after handling specimens. Please read the risk assessment.
Time -
12-15 pm - Friday - 4th, 11th and 18th April 2008
You will need -
Notepaper and pencil. A penknife and magnifying glass may be helpful if you have them.
FURTHER INFORMATION FOR STUDENTS.
e-mail m.j.horne@hull.ac.uk
copyright - Mike Horne, 2008
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