Organic Chemistry: Structure, Mechanism, and Synthesis

Organic Chemistry: Structure, Mechanism and Synthesis, 1st Edition

Written by Robert J. Ouellette and J. David Rawn, this textbook presents the fundamental principles of organic chemistry through a systematic study of molecular structures, bonding, functional groups, and reaction mechanisms. It connects theoretical concepts with practical challenges across physical and biological sciences, incorporating extensive biological examples and applications. Additional coverage of organometallic chemistry, spectroscopy, and organic synthesis supports students and professionals in chemistry, pharmacy, food science, and the life sciences.

Key Features:

• Explains the fundamentals of organic molecular structure and chemical bonding
• Examines functional groups and their characteristic chemical properties
• Introduces infrared spectroscopy for identifying functional groups
• Covers organic reaction mechanisms and synthetic strategies
• Explores alkanes, cycloalkanes, alkenes, and allylic systems
• Discusses nucleophilic substitution and elimination reactions
• Explains electrophilic aromatic substitution and carboxylic acid chemistry
• Includes dedicated coverage of organometallic chemistry and synthetic polymers
• Connects organic chemistry principles with biological and real-world applications
• Provides an illustrated glossary and appendices on thermodynamics, kinetics, and transition-state theory