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Expanded from "Organic and Biochemistry", this text provides a full introduction to general principles for students with little or no exposure to chemistry. Topics are presented using familiar everyday examples, emphasizing their fundamental importance and personal relevance. A CD-ROM is packaged with each book, and includes animations, simulations, videos, interactive quizzes, exercises to help students prepare for exams, and a customizable calculator and dynamic periodic table to make problem-solving easier. The online companion includes: CD/Web guide, chapter objectives, Q&A, interactive exercises, key terms and review questions.