Instant Notes in Chemistry for Biologists Book

In this concise text, aspects of Organic, Physical and Inorganic chemistry are presented simply and clearly for student inhibited by the traditional chemistry textbook. "Instant Notes in Chemistry for Biologists" reinforces a knowledge of the underlying concepts of chemistry for students taking biological science courses. Following a basic description of the periodic table, atoms and bonding, the properties and roles of small biological molecules, (e.g.) water, are covered. This leads to a discussion of carbon as the basis for life on Earth. An introduction to molecular shape is followed by a description of molecular interactions. Common reactions of key classes of carbon based compounds are covered, including aromatic compounds. The aqueous behavior of organic compounds preceeds a description of elementary thermodynamics and kinetics. Finally the electromagnetic spectrum and its utility in the analysis of biologically relevant compounds is covered.Read More