J.R.P. Arnold

BIOS Instant Notes Chemistry for Biologists, Third Edition, is the perfect text for undergraduates looking for a concise introduction to the subject, or a study guide to use before examinations. Each topic begins with a summary of essential facts-an ideal revision checklist-followed by a description of the subject that focuses on core information, with clear, simple diagrams that are easy for students to understand and recall in essays and exams. BIOS Instant Notes Chemistry for Biologists, Third Edition, is fully up-to-date and covers:The elementsChemical bonds and molecular shapeWater- the biological solventCarbon, the basis for life on Earth3D-molecular structure of organic compoundsSmall inorganic molecules of biological importanceSome metals in biologyMolecular interactionsCommon reaction types of carbon based compoundsOrganic compounds by chemical classAromatic compunds Chemical synthesis of biological molecules Important biological macromolecules by classAqueous behaviourElementary thermodynamics KineticsSpectroscopyUnits and calculations