Bailey, Philip S. <br/><br/>
Organic chemistry :  a brief survey of concepts and applications / 
Philip S. Bailey, Jr. and Christina A. Bailey. 
 - Fifth edition. 
 - Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey :  Prentice-Hall,  c1995 
 - xv, 560 pages :  color illustrations ;  26 cm. 
<br/><br/>Includes index. 
<br/><br/>1. Bonding in Organic Compounds -- 2. The Alkanes: Structure and Nomenclature of Simple Hydrocarbons -- 3. Alkenes and Alkynes : Structure and Nomenclature -- 4. An Introduction to Organic Reactions -- 5. Reactions of Alkenes and Alkynes -- 6. Aromatic Hydrocarbons --7. Optical Isomerism -- 8. Organic Halogen Compounds --9. Alcohols, Phenols, and Ethers -- 10. Amines -- 11 Aldehydes and Ketones -- 12. Carboxylic Acids -- 13. Derivatives of Carboxylic Acids -- 14. Spectroscopy --15. Carbohydrates -- 16. Lipids -- 17. Proteins -- 18. Nucleic Acids --Appendix -- Summary of IUPAC Nomenclature. 
<br/><br/> This application-based book presents essential, core concepts of basic organic chemistry in an engaging, easy-to-read format. It is ideal for the individual seeking a hands-on approach to understanding structure, nomenclature, physical properties, uses and applications, and chemical reactions of organic compounds. Unique engaging techniques get the reader involved in the learning process, such as a "Getting Involved" feature at the end of each section and several dozen mini-essays which connect theory to real life issues. Ideal for medical health professionals and anyone involved in consumer health issues. 
<br/><br/><label>ISBN: </label>131246453 
<br/><br/><label>Subjects--Topical Terms: </label><br/>CHEMISTRY, ORGANIC
<br/><br/><label>LC Class. No.: </label>QD 251.2 .B35 1995