Texts: Salzberg, "From Caveman to Chemist", 
Lambert, "Traces of the Past"

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12        Molecular Modeling              Salzman, pp225-251
            (We will use the excellent web site by Kevin M. Dunn
            at Hampden-Sydney College as a starting point for this lab.)
            Lab 3: Smelting Metal Ores and Casting Alloys
            You will also be expected to read the Metals
            chapter in Lambert's "Traces of the Past."

13        The Periodic Table               Saltzman, pp 251-271
            Individual meetings for consultation on term papers

14        Summary: Archaeology & Alchemical Art
            Individual meetings for consultation on term papers

15        Exam 2- Standardized, Individual and Group 
            Take-Home parts