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Flavor of Organic Chemistry Lesson PlanFlavor of Organic Chemistry Lesson Plan
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Flavor of Organic Chemistry

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Introduce organic chemistry through an analysis of flavor. A three-part unit begins with an overview of the components of flavor. Next, scholars prepare esters through esterification. Finally, they examine how all senses have an impact on flavor. 

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organic chemistry, organic compounds, sense of taste

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ester, esterfication, taste, tongue, flavor, smell, organic chemistry, science

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