Physical Science: Health
Y13.2104
Credit:
The Paul McGhee Division
Combines basic principles of physics and chemistry that are relevant to the health sciences. Areas to be examined include atomic theory, chemical interactions, periodic table, principles of resistance, compliance, flow, density, and surface tension. The gas laws are emphasized along with the laws of Dalton, Henry, Poiseuille, Bernouli, and La Place. In each case, the material is presented in the context of healthcare or related to the work of the healthcare practitioner.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: Math I/Y10.1101
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