Required of pre-meds it combines the rigor of chemistry with the arbitrary memorization of biology – but the latter is without the simple mnemonics possible in that subject.

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Each section finishes with a summary of the most important facts. In this way, students are encouraged to think about what they are reading at all times, rather than getting information 'gift wrapped'. The next bit of theory follows and so on. A space is then provided for the student's answer and then the full model answer is given. In each section of the book, the student is led through the subject matter by being given a short piece of theory, followed by a question. The text assumes knowledge covered in Patrick's Beginning Organic Chemistry. The self-learning text concentrates on reactions and mechanisms with emphasis on rationalizing reactions rather than memorizing them. Indeed, the introduction emphasizes that students should read their lecture notes and textbook before tackling the self-learning text. The book is not meant to replace lecture material or conventional textbooks, but rather to enhance the course by challenging the student to test his or her knowledge. This text is aimed at students entering first year university courses.

Organic Chemistry by Graham L. Patrick