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An introduction to organic chemistry as a tool in sciences This sixth edition e-book, Introduction to Organic Chemistry, presents the fundamentals of organic chemistry. The text is well-suited for a one-semester course that meets organic chemistry requirements for science majors. The relationships between the subject and other areas of science are shown, and organic chemistry's role in the biological and health sciences is discussed. Additional topics covered include organic compounds naturally in the world around us as well as in: pharmaceuticals, plastics, fibers, cosmetics, food additives, adhesives, and more. WileyPLUS, an online teaching and learning environment, is available with this edition.