Supramolecular Chemistry
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Supramolecular Chemistry

Studies the non-covalent interactions that drive molecular recognition and self-assembly in biological and synthetic systems. Students will explore host-guest chemistry and its applications.

MOE Syllabus OutcomesSingapore-Cambridge GCE A-Level H2 Chemistry (9729), Extension Topic: Introduction to the Chemistry of NanomaterialsSingapore-Cambridge GCE A-Level H2 Chemistry (9729), Core Idea 1: Matter - Chemical Bonding (Non-covalent interactions)

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Studies the non-covalent interactions that drive molecular recognition and self-assembly in biological and synthetic systems. Students will explore host-guest chemistry and its applications.

Key Questions

  1. What forces govern supramolecular assembly?
  2. How do host-guest complexes function?
  3. What are the applications of molecular recognition in drug design?

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