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Gannaway, Susan P. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1990
Findings from a survey of 20 liberal arts colleges which did not have graduate programs in chemistry are presented. Discussed are regulations, actions taken and costs of academic laboratories regarding the disposal of hazardous waste. (CW)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Faculty, Hazardous Materials
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Harwood, John J. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1989
Reported are the results of a survey conducted to identify which analytical methods are most commonly used in nonacademic analytical laboratories. Laboratory supervisors' ratings of various aspects of chemical education are included. (CW)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Educational Assessment, Graduate Study
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Carter, Henry A. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1989
This article focuses on the nature of acidity in pulp paper as found in comic books and library collections. Some of the various factors that contribute to the deterioration of paper are considered from a chemical perspective. (CW)
Descriptors: Books, Chemical Reactions, Chemistry, College Science
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Tabbutt, Frederick D.; And Others – Journal of Chemical Education, 1989
This paper reports on the success of a laboratory teaching technique for teaching undergraduate chemistry. Discussed are the premises of the approach, and the use of the computer, the explorations, and the seminar which are included in the course. (CW)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Computer Uses in Education, Course Descriptions
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Gass, J. Ric – Journal of Chemical Education, 1990
Discussed are concepts involved in legal liability for laboratory accidents. The focus of this article is on negligence, duty, and responsibility issues. Highlighted are the basis of a lawsuit, negligent tort, duty and breech of duty, and cause and harm. Thirty-one cases are cited. (CW)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Court Litigation, Higher Education