Chem/Tox/Chemical Research Paper Requirements
The student will write a research paper on a chemical, or group of
chemicals, that present toxicity to humans. The subject chemical must be
approved by the professor before research can begin.
The paper must include discussions regarding the specific chemical’s
chemical name, physical properties, common uses, exposure limits,
toxicokinetics, acute effects including target organs, chronic effects
including target organs, and protocols for industrial hygiene sampling and
sample analysis.
The term paper must follow APA formatting and style guidelines, and shall
consist of a cover page, table of contents, abstract or executive summary,
body of the paper (not less than 5-7 pages), and a reference list at the end
of the paper. You must cite your sources using Purdue OWL in APA. The
paper must be typed using Arial 12 point. In addition, the term paper must
include:
a. what the chemical is or was used for
b. why is this chemical on the Substance Priority List (SPL)
c. what are the human health, toxicity, and exposure concerns
d. site specific examples that put this chemical on the SPL
e. list and discuss at least one documented case (court
case,EPA,CERCLA, etc.) where this chemical(s) were used
and what happened. Also include: a clearly defined
statement of the situation, an analysis of the risks involved,
and solution(s) to the problem
Structure, presentation, and grammatical accuracy will be considered in
the grading. The term paper is due on or before July 28
th and must be
submitted through the appropriate drop box. Late papers will not be
accepted.
