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Organic Chemistry: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Directory of Organic Chemistry Research?

The directory of organic chemistry research is an Internet-based database that collects contact and research information of organic chemists worldwide.
The directory of organic chemistry research is an Internet-based database that collects research information of academic organic chemists worldwide.

What does the term 'aromatic' actually mean in organic chemistry?

This term implies the presence of one (or more) benzene rings (C 6 H 6 ) in the compound, such as in the case of PAHs (Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons), the simplest of which is naphthalene, consisting of two benzene rings joined together; BTEX compounds (respectively standing for Benzene, Toluene, Ethyl Benzene and Xylenes), all of which have a single benzene ring with various degrees of methyl group (-CH 3 ) substitution (benzene, of course, having none), or PCBs (Polychlorinated Biphenyls). ...

Can I place out of organic chemistry?

Even if you have an AP score of 5 in chemistry, you cannot place out of organic chemistry.

Why should I visit The Directory of Organic Chemistry Research?

To keep current in our changing world, this Web-based resource lets you: View a researcher's publication records and achievements Discover relationships between different aspects of a researcher's work Locate potential collaborators, experts, and colleagues Stay current on scientific community news and trends.
To keep current in our changing world, this Web-based resource lets you: Locate potential collaborators, experts, and colleagues View a researcher's publication records and achievements Stay current on scientific community news and trends.

What is the Beilstein Journal of Organic Chemistry ?

The Beilstein Journal of Organic Chemistry is a peer reviewed, Open Access journal which started publication in August 2005. It covers all areas of organic chemistry, including organic synthesis, organic reactions, natural product chemistry, structural investigations, supramolecular chemistry and chemical biology. The content is freely accessible online immediately upon publication and is publicly archived in the major Open Access repositories. ...

How often is The Directory of Organic Chemistry Research updated?

It is a living database. We will continue to add researchers over time and, in parallel with this effort, the participants - the researchers themselves - are able to update their record as frequently as they deem necessary.

How are researchers selected for The Directory of Organic Chemistry Research?

The main criteria for selection is running an active academic organic chemistry research program.

Do I need to take Organic Chemistry?

It is not required for the major. It is required for medical school admission, so if you are considering that avenue, you will need to take it. Nonetheless, it is a valuable class that will improve your understanding of biochemistry and of materials properties (including biomaterials and drug delivery systems).

What is the best way to study organic chemistry?

a) Keep up with the lectures. b) As soon as you can try the quizzes. c) For every quiz question and problem that you don’t fully understand, find the part of the lecture that covers that topic and listen again. d) Make a list of the concepts and questions that you don’t fully grasp and email your questions sooner rather than later. e) After your test, go through each question that you don’t fully understand why you got it wrong and email your questions to the instructor. ...
Work problems. Work lots of problems. Work problems every day . Do all the in-chapter problems. Work all the end-of-chapter problems. Try not to look at the answer in the Study Guide until you think you have a viable solution to a problem. How much time should I spend studying for organic chemistry? (This question isn't asked all that frequently but the answer is important. ) More than you think! The rule of thumb is about 3 hours of studying for every hour of lecture. Roughly, 9 hours of study time per week. ...

Where can I find organic chemistry information?

General introductory information will be available in any technical
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General introductory information will be available in any technical library where chemistry is taught. One popular modern text is " Organic Chemistry " by T.W.G.Solomons [44], but my favourite is "Organic Chemistry"[45] by Fieser and Fieser - a much more practical discussion of organic molecules. Once you are familiar with organic chemistry mechanisms then "Advanced Organic Chemistry" by Carey and Sandberg [46] is a good overview. There are several compilations of organic synthesis techniques to assist researchers. ...
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Can Organic Chemistry be used as one of the four additional neuroscience classes?

It can only be used to fulfill the Chemistry requirements in your background courses.

Why did my Organic Chemistry class transfer as non-advanced hours?

All courses, by definition, at a Community or Junior are non-advanced level (Freshman or Sophomore level). If Organic Chemistry is taken at a two-year college, then it will transfer as non-advanced hours. All courses transfer at the level at which they were taken and for the credit hours taken regardless of the institution. You will get credit for the course, but you may be lacking in advanced hours. Meet with your Advisor to determine if this affects your total and/or advanced hours. Back to Top Course Load

I took Organic Chemistry -is that good enough?

CSUEB's Department of requires a General Chemistry course with Lab. Please check www.assist.org for course articulation.

Why do I have to study organic chemistry?

Some of you are chemistry or biochemistry majors, and organic chemistry is a fundamental part of these fields. Many of you want to go to medical school; if you do, you will study biochemistry, which is simply the organic chemistry of biological systems , and if you want to understand biochemistry, then you must understand the fundamentals of organic chemistry. ...

When should I take the organic chemistry lab (CH 237)?

The organic chemistry lab is a separate course from the lecture. It is designed to be taken during the second semester of the organic lecture sequence (CH 232). This arrangement is different from schools where students take one credit hour of organic lab with each semester of the lecture. We offer a single two lab course that corresponds with the second semester of the lecture course. ...

Is Organic Chemistry a “weed out” course for pre-dental students?

Organic chemistry is a very challenging class that covers a lot of material, and so it is similar to the kinds of classes you will encounter in dental schools and that is why the admissions committee will look closely at these grades.

Is Organic Chemistry a “weed out” course for pre-medical students?

Organic chemistry is a very challenging class that covers a lot of material, so it is similar to the kinds of classes you will encounter in medical schools. That is why the admissions committee will look closely at these grades.

Do I need an Organic Chemistry class prior to the application process or admission?

Organic chemistry is not required prior to admission or matriculation however; matriculants will find it helpful in mastering the curriculum. The Graduate Program in Nurse Anesthesia provides courses in both chemistry and biochemistry.
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Do I need to take one year of organic chemistry AND one year of inorganic chemistry?

You need to take one year of organic AND inorganic chemistry combined. Both classes should total one year of course work.

Must Organic Chemistry lecture and laboratory sections be taken concurrently?

Yes. CHEM 313 and CHEM 315 are co-requisites. CHEM 314 and CHEM 318 or 320 are co-requisites.
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Are all articles of the Beilstein Journal of Organic Chemistry peer reviewed and who is responsible for the journal content?

Manuscripts, which are within the scope of the journal and potentially suitable for publication, according to Beilstein´s publication criteria (high quality, originality, novelty and importance), are sent for formal review. Detailed information about the review process is given in the Instructions for Referees . The editor-in-chief or an associate editor makes a final decision on the manuscript based on the referees’ recommendations.

What are the requirements for submitting an article to the Beilstein Journal of Organic Chemistry ?

Manuscripts should fall within the scope of the journal and meet Beilstein´s publication criteria: high quality, originality, novelty and importance. All relevant materials should be prepared according to the Instructions for Authors . A Submission Checklist is available to help authors to provide all relevant data and information. For more information about the submission process please see Help for Authors .

Does a printed version of the Beilstein Journal of Organic Chemistry exist?

The Beilstein Journal of Organic Chemistry is an online journal. We are planning to print an annual archival edition, which will be available at cost price. For more information interested persons should send an e-mail to

How are articles published in the Beilstein Journal of Organic Chemistry cited?

Articles in the Beilstein Journal of Organic Chemistry should be cited according to the ACS Style Guide (Coghill, A. M.; Garson, L. R. Eds. The ACS Style Guide Effective Communication of Scientific Information , 3rd ed. ; Oxford University Press, Inc.: New York, 2006.). As an online Journal, the Beilstein Journal of Organic Chemistry has neither issue numbers nor page numbers. The page numbers printed in the PDFs are not for citation purposes, since every article starts with the page number 1. ...

How visible are articles published in the Beilstein Journal of Organic Chemistry ?

All articles published in the Beilstein Journal of Organic Chemistry are highly visible. The articles will be listed in PubMed immediately upon acceptance, and will be covered by PubMed Central , Thomson Scientific (ISI) , the Beilstein Database , CAS (CODEN: BJOCBH) and others.

Are all articles of the Beilstein Journal of Organic Chemistry Open Access?

All articles published in the Beilstein Journal of Organic Chemistry are Open Access. They are freely and universally accessible online for everyone immediately upon publication without any registration.
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