A plain-English guide to one of the toughest science coursesaround Organic chemistry is rated among the most difficult coursesthat students take and is frequently the cause of washout amongpre-med, medical, and nursing students. This book is aneasy-to-understand and fun reference to this challenging subject.It explains the principles of organic chemistry in simple terms andincludes worked-out problems to help readers get up to speed on thebasics.
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Your hands-on study guide to the inner world of the cell Need to get a handle on molecular and cell biology? Thiseasy-to-understand guide explains the structure and function of thecell and how recombinant DNA technology is changing the face ofscience and medicine. You discover how fundamental principles andconcepts relate to everyday life. Plus, you get plenty of studytips to improve your grades and score higher on exams! Explore the world of the cell — take a tour inside the structureand function of cells and see how viruses attack and destroythem Understand the stuff of life (molecules) — get up to speed on thestructure of atoms, types of bonds, carbohydrates, proteins, DNA,RNA, and lipids Watch as cells function and reproduce — see how cellscommunicate, obtain matter and energy, and copy themselves forgrowth, repair, and reproduction Make sense of genetics — learn how parental cells organize theirDNA during sexual reproduction and how scientists can predictinheritance
