Organic Chemistry Made Ridiculously Simple - Softcover

Gene A. Davis

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0940780429 ISBN 13: 9780940780422

Publisher: MedMaster, 2013

Synopsis

Ideal for all undergraduate college Organic Chemistry courses or as a brush up to assist understanding in med school biochemistry!

A clear, concise overview of the most important principles and reactions in Organic Chemistry. The purpose of this book is to help make the understanding of organic chemistry successful, easier, and even enjoyable! The approach assumes that organic chemistry is based on a firm foundation of simple and intuitive principles, and that new information can be incorporated, and problems can be solved, by directly applying these basic principles. Emphasizes understanding over rote memorization and facilitates the rapid and enjoyable learning of this difficult subject.

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About the Author

Gene A. Davis received his doctorate in organic chemistry from the University of Chicago (1968). He worked as an industrial research chemist, senior scientist, R and D director, and consultant for 30 years, and he has authored 28 publications and patents. He has taught general, organic, and clinical chemistry, as well as biochemistry, at the University of Massachusetts (Lowell) and several other colleges and universities. His book exemplifies his unique and effective teaching approach to organic chemistry.

From the Inside Flap

"The book is a clear, concise review of the structure of organic molecules and their reactivity. It carefully avoids extraneous topics that would detract from the main topics. It is a wonderful supplementary text for students during their first exposure to Organic Chemistry."
Frank R Gorga, PhD, Associate Prof. and Chair Dept. of Chemical Science, Bridgewater State College

"Dr. Gene Davis, a talented teacher and organic chemist, has written a magnificently clear overview of the most important principles and reactions in Organic Chemistry. His approach, while following the sequence of most standard textbooks, emphasizes understanding over rote memorization and facilitates the rapid and enjoyable learning of this difficult subject. His book should be read in all introductory college Organic Chemistry courses."
Stephen Goldberg MD, Professor Emeritus Univ of Miami Sch of Medicine Author of Clinical Biochemistry Made Ridiculously Simple.

Edition details

• Publisher: MedMaster
• Publication date: 2013
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0940780429
• ISBN 13: 9780940780422
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 210