Organic and Biochemistry for Today, International Edition - Softcover

Michael R. Slabaugh,Spencer Seager

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1133607497 ISBN 13: 9781133607496

Publisher: Thomson Brooks/Cole, 2014

Synopsis

Distinguished by its superior allied health focus and integration of technology, Seager and Slabaugh's ORGANIC AND BIOCHEMISTRY FOR TODAY, 8E, International Edition meets students' needs through diverse applications, examples, boxes, interactive technology tools, and -- new to this edition -- real life case studies. The Eighth Edition dispels students' inherent fear of organic and biochemistry and instills an appreciation for the role chemistry plays in our daily lives through a rich pedagogical structure and an accessible writing style with lucid explanations. In addition, the book provides greater support in both problem-solving and critical-thinking skills--the skills necessary for student success. By demonstrating the importance of chemistry concepts to students' future careers, the authors not only help students set goals, but also help them focus on achieving them.

About this title

About the Author:

Michael R. Slabaugh is Professor of Chemistry at Weber State University, where he teaches the year-long sequence of General, Organic, and Biochemistry. He received his B.S. in chemistry from Purdue and his Ph.D. in organic chemistry from Iowa State University. His interest in plant alkaloids led to a year of postdoctoral study in biochemistry at Texas A & M. His current professional interests are chemistry education and community involvement in science activities, particularly the State Science and Engineering Fair in Utah. Spencer L. Seager retired from Weber State University in 2013 after serving for 52 years as a faculty member of the chemistry department. He served as department chairman from 1969 until 1993 and taught general and physical chemistry at the university. Dr. Seager was also active in projects designed to help improve chemistry and other science education in local elementary schools. He received his B.S. in chemistry and Ph.D. in physical chemistry from the University of Utah. He currently serves as an adjunct professor at Weber State and the University of South Dakota, where he teaches online courses in general chemistry, elementary organic chemistry, and elementary biochemistry.

Review:

1. Organic Compounds: Alkanes. 2. Unsaturated Hydrocarbons. 3. Alcohols, Phenols, and Ethers. 4. Aldehydes and Ketones. 5. Carboxylic Acids and Esters. 6. Amines and Amides. 7. Carbohydrates. 8. Lipids. 9. Proteins. 10. Enzymes. 11. Nucleic Acids and Protein Synthesis. 12. Nutrition and Energy for Life. 13. Carbohydrate Metabolism. 14. Lipid and Amino Acid Metabolism. 15. Body Fluids. Appendix A: The International System of Measurements. Appendix B: Answers to Even-Numbered End-of-Chapter Exercises. Appendix C: Solutions to Learning Checks. Glossary. Index.

About this edition

• Publisher: Thomson Brooks/Cole
• Publication date: 2014
• ISBN 10: 1133607497
• ISBN 13: 9781133607496
• Binding: Paperback