(3 units). Primary photophysical and photochemical processes. Fluorescence and Phosphorescence. The structure and reactivity of electronically excited molecules. Energy and electron transfer processes. Applications of fluorescent molecules as sensors. Uses of photochemistry in imaging, synthesis and photoprotection. Sunlight as a source of sustainable energy. Course Component: Lecture Prerequisites: CHM 2120, (CHM 2311 or CHM 2353), (CHM 2131 or CHM 2132).
(3 units). Primary photophysical and photochemical processes. Fluorescence and Phosphorescence. The structure and reactivity of electronically excited molecules. Energy and electron transfer processes. Applications of fluorescent molecules as sensors. Uses of photochemistry in imaging, synthesis and photoprotection. Sunlight as a source of sustainable energy. Course Component: Lecture Prerequisites: CHM 2120, (CHM 2311 or CHM 2353), (CHM 2131 or CHM 2132).