Organic Chemistry I For Dummies (For Dummies (Math & Science))

this book is honestly the only thing that makes organic chemistry somewhat bearable. it explains things in a much simpler way and also provides analogies that can help with understanding.

So, in my opinion there are (at least) two ways to teach organic chemistry, two types of professors. One is the chemistry way, if you will, which focuses on chemistry words, terms and concepts. Chemistry jargon, and lots of it. Mathmatic-y, formula-y, symbol-y. It's chemistry snobbery - like the professor knows no other way of thinking, or doesn't know how to explain it. The other way is from the mind of a biologist. Conversational, less jargon, more explanation. Don't get it? This professor will break it down. Like biology, you can see it. They make organic visual as it should be, not theoretical, or full of symbols. That's this book. Built more for the biology mind - in my opinion. (Guess which kind I have.) My first attempt at organic was from a chemistry professor and I failed spectacularly. I then took organic with a BIOLOGY professor, and got an A in Organic I, and a B+ in Organic II. This book "thinks" just like that professor. It made me look back at my first professor and think "Is THIS what he was trying to say?!" If I had this book on my first attempt, I feel certain I would have passed.

There are quite a few typos and mistakes throughout the book; nothing you can’t figure out yourself but a bit annoying nonetheless other than than it’s a good book to gain very basic understanding of concepts

Really helped my daughter in college. She loves using it and gives a lot of information. Recommend

What was my life without this book? BORING!! My second round of organic chemistry I because the lectures/studying bored me to death and felt overcomplicated. But this book? I read like my favorite novel. When I first made my way to the organic chemistry classroom I was filled with excitement because organic chemistry is the nitty gritty of what makes biology so cool, but was quickly let down by the monotone teachers tinkering with molecular models in the front of the classroom that no one can see in an auditorium. This book brought validation to my excitement before starting the class by describing what each functional group does and understanding why reactions occur or what they are trying to achieve. Along with monumental tips/tricks/formulas that my organic chem professors merely muttered a,"figure it out."

1. Many references to atoms in other books or articles still refer to electrons in orbit around the nucleus. I’ve seen these with dates on references in the 2000’s. We just spent over 100 years proving those are not the facts. 2. I like the fact that fields are mentioned in the book. Gravitational fields, electromagnetic fields, strong nuclear field and weak nuclear field in addition to the matter fields. 3. Why do these things stay secret for so long? These are college students not elementary students. I appreciate the authors recognizing this. 4. The first 2 recommended texts I checked on to review organic chemistry so I could help my granddaughter if necessary were both over $900. This one was also recommended but it was $13. ! It is perfect for my needs and right up to date.

At first you may think orgo is totally going well and then, you're gonna have a bunch of reactions and mechanisms and concepts like Merkovnikov, Zaitsef, and other rules thrown at you and expected to KNOW IT like you were born a super genius! Well- couple this book with Organic Chem as a Second Language and it's going to demystify and help you understand what the heck you're doing. HIGHLY recommend getting this book as an easy to digest essential for acing your Orgo classes (I mean, you still have to study and put in effort but this book is a BIG help!)

Good introduction to Organic Chemistry.

I really appreciated this book for my exams! It has content similar to a textbook but provides additional explanations in simple terms. This book really helped me get a handle on second year orgo. I definitely recommend this and the book for orgo 2!

I bought it from Amazon Warehouse so I was expecting it to have marks and creases. How pleased was I to discover it was in pristine condition. The book is in a middle ground between a pure theoretical course book and a workbook, so it has bits for both worlds.

I am Chapter Six into this book! It’s a brilliant book on Organic Chemistry. Easily to follow and the book is well written. Even a layperson (with an O-level) like me can follow!

All I can say is that this text is outstanding. I cannot recommend this more (10/10).

It’s a trove of information and concepts made clear and simple for the uninitiated into organic chemistry. Most interesting reading and helpful tips to remember long after. Great help for my 16 year old to consolidate understanding and firm up hold on organic Chem concepts for Std 11-12th. Recommend this volume along with vol 2 for CBSE high school organic Chem concepts and foundations.