Unlock Advanced Organic Chemistry: Perspectives on Structure and Mechanism

Written by renowned author Felix A. Carroll, this comprehensive textbook is designed for advanced undergraduates and beginning graduate students seeking to dive deeper into the intricacies of organic chemistry. Building on the foundations of introductory courses, Perspectives on Structure and Mechanism in Organic Chemistry employs innovative conceptual models to provide fresh insights into the structures and reactions of organic compounds.

Fostering Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills

By leveraging the author’s extensive classroom experience, this text aims to equip students with the ability to think beyond simple models and develop novel ideas. The revised 3rd edition boasts an updated presentation, reorganized to introduce computational chemistry earlier and provide a more logical flow of topics, from substitution to elimination and finally, addition.

A Treasure Trove of Challenging Problems and Real-World Applications

With approximately 20% of the 438 problems either replaced or updated, this edition offers an unparalleled opportunity for students to test their skills. Accompanied by a companion solutions manual, students can refine their problem-solving abilities and explore real-world applications of organic chemistry.

Honoring the Human Element in Science

To instill a deeper appreciation for the discipline, the text incorporates the names of pioneering investigators and references original literature, encouraging students to explore further and appreciate the human aspect of scientific discovery.

Comprehensive Coverage of Key Topics

This authoritative textbook delves into a range of fascinating subjects, including:

• Fundamental concepts of organic chemistry: atoms and molecules, heats of formation and reaction, bonding models, and double bonds
• Density functional theory, quantum theory of atoms in molecules, Marcus Theory, and molecular simulations
• Asymmetric induction in nucleophilic additions to carbonyl compounds and dynamic effects on reaction pathways
• Reactive intermediates: reaction coordinate diagrams, radicals, carbenes, carbocations, and carbanions
• Methods of studying organic reactions, including applications of kinetics in studying reaction mechanisms and Arrhenius theory and transition state theory

A Timeless Resource for Students and Researchers Alike

Perspectives on Structure and Mechanism in Organic Chemistry serves as an exhaustive and accessible reference for students of organic chemistry, medicine, and biochemistry. Ideal as a primary text for advanced organic chemistry courses, this edition is poised to become a trusted companion for learners and researchers seeking to push the boundaries of this dynamic field.

Publisher: Wiley
Publication Date: May 2, 2023
Language: English
Hardcover: 864 pages
ISBN-10: 1119808618
ISBN-13: 978-1119808619