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A mysterious package dusted with white powder, rodent hair and a small white fiber: these are clues that a chemist educated in applied chemistry can use to help identify potential dangers and their source. A farmer experiences dramatic crop losses after another farm 100 miles away shifts to a genetically modified crop; applied chemists step in to identify the source of the crop damage as a herbicide drift. Applied chemists analyze physical evidence and samples for clues to solve real-world problems like these.</p><h3><strong>Real World Outcomes</strong></h3><p>Environmental chemistry graduates with the bachelor's degree will be able to pursue advanced degrees in areas such as atmospheric chemistry, geochemistry, toxicology and environmental science. They will also have access to a range of scientific careers, including regulatory agencies, environmental consulting firms, and industries concerned with the environmental impacts and fates of their products. 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