Daniel Bloch

Organic Chemistry Demystified 2/E

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

You don't need genius DNA to master organic chemistry! Whether you're taking a chemistry class or studying for the MCAT or DAT, Organic Chemistry Demystified is your formulas for learning or reviewing fundamental concepts and theories step-by-step. This practical guide eases you into this sometimes challenging subject, starting with atomic structure and mass. As you progress, you will master organic chemistry essentials such as the reactivity of functional groups, the three-dimensional structure of molecules, reaction mechanisms, and more. You will understand how compounds are named and how to predict reactions. Detailed examples make it easy to understand the material, and end-of-chapter quizzes and a final exam help reinforce key ideas. It's a no-brainer! You'll learn about: Molecular orbitals and bonding Acidic and basic properties of organic molecules Structure and properties of functional groups Characterization of molecules Substitution and elimination reactions Reaction mechanisms Stereochemistry Predicting reaction pathways Simple enough for a beginner, but challenging enough for an advanced student, Organic Chemistry Demystified , Second Edition, helps you master this essential subject.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: McGraw-Hill Professional
• 2. Aufl.
• Seitenzahl: 640
• Erscheinungstermin: 6. März 2012
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 240mm x 187mm x 38mm
• Gewicht: 820g
• ISBN-13: 9780071767972
• ISBN-10: 0071767975
• Artikelnr.: 33604455

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Inhaltsangabe

Chapter 1. Structure and Bonding Chapter 2. Acids and Bases Chapter 3. Alkanes and Cycloalkanes Chapter 4. Stereochemistry Chapter 5. Structure and Properties of Alkenes Chapter 6. Reaction Mechanisms Chapter 7. Reactions of Alkenes Chapter 8. Alkynes Chapter 9. Characterization Chapter 10. Organohalides Chapter 11. Nucleophilic Substitution and Elimination Reactions Chapter 12. Alcohols Chapter 13. Ethers Chapter 14. Sulfur Compounds Chapter 15. Conjugated Systems Chapter 16. Aromatic Compounds Chapter 17. Reactions of Benzene and Other Aromatic Compounds Chapter 18. Aldehydes and Ketones Chapter 19. Carboxylic Acids Chapter 20. Derivatives of Carboxylic Acids Chapter 21. Alpha-Substitution Reactions in Carbonyl Compounds Chapter 22. Carbonyl Condensation Reactions Final Exam Answer to Quizzes and Final Exam Appendix A: Periodic Table of the Elements Appendix B: Families and Functional Groups Glossary Bibliography Index