The Art of Problem Solving in Organic Chemistry: A Comprehensive Guide for Students and Professionals

Written by Miguel E. Alonso-Amelot, this esteemed textbook has been selected as one of the Best Organic Chemistry Books of All Time by BookAuthority, solidifying its position as a must-read for organic chemistry enthusiasts in 2024. The previous 2nd edition (2014) also received this prestigious distinction, demonstrating the workbook’s enduring value in the field.

The Art of Problem Solving in Organic Chemistry is an indispensable resource for students and professionals seeking to master complex organic reaction mechanisms. This thoughtfully crafted workbook offers step-by-step guidance on applying proven strategies and logical techniques to solve intricate reaction problems commonly encountered in advanced courses.

The Toolbox and Problem Chest: A Comprehensive Approach to Organic Chemistry

The book is expertly organized into two sections: The Toolbox and the Problem Chest. The first part, The Toolbox, comprises four chapters that delve into advanced contemporary issues of:

• Molecular structure and orbital configuration
• Stereochemical constraints
• Electron shifts and redeployment
• Arrow-pushing allowances and pitfalls
• Functional groups’ roles and key intermediate species

These fundamental concepts are reinforced by a series of time-tested problem analysis strategies and thinking routes, presented in flowcharts and illustrated through specific case studies.

The Problem Chest is a comprehensive collection of 50 newly selected, fully discussed mechanism problems of increasing difficulty. These problems showcase the full potential of the Toolbox, providing a thorough understanding of organic reaction mechanisms.

New Features in the Third Edition

This latest edition builds upon the structure of its predecessors, retaining its position among the 30 best organic chemistry books of all time. Key updates include:

• Over 50 revised organic reaction mechanism problems
• A new set of problems, concepts, and techniques
• Expanded coverage of applications in contemporary organic chemistry
• Embedded cases of existing reaction pools taken from recent literature

This comprehensive guide explains the principles, methods, tools, and problem analysis techniques necessary to solve organic reaction problems. By extending the logic and strategy of the mechanistic approach beyond specific reactions and facts, it provides readers with a deeper understanding of organic chemistry.

Ideal for advanced undergraduates, graduate students, lecturers, and professionals seeking to improve their performance in finding solutions to organic reaction problems, The Art of Problem Solving in Organic Chemistry, Third Edition is an essential textbook for courses on organic reactions and problem analysis.

Product Details:

Publisher: Wiley

Language: English

ISBN-10: 1119900662

ISBN-13: 978-1119900665

Publication Date: September 13, 2023