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Stereochemistry (Paperback)
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Stereochemistry (Paperback)
Series: Tutorial Chemistry Texts, Volume 1
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Stereochemistry is defined as the study of the three-dimensional
structure of molecules. Stereochemical considerations are important
in both isomerism and studies of the mechanisms of chemical
reactions. Implicit in a mechanism is the stereochemistry of the
reaction: in other words, the relative three-dimensional
orientation of the reacting particles at any time in the reaction.
Concentrating on organic chemistry, early chapters deal mainly with
definitions of terms such as chirality, enantiomers,
diastereoisomers and racemization, complete with suitable examples
to illustrate key concepts. Use of a polarimeter and associated
definitions are described, together with two different conventions
D, L and R, S for specification of configuration. Chirality without
a stereogenic centre, in molecules such as allenes for example, is
also covered. The distinction between conformation and
configuration is developed to include assignment of configurations
to di-substituted cyclohexanes and to the decalins. The conventions
E, Z and Re, Si are introduced for sp2 hybridized carbons as found
in alkenes and carbonyl compounds. Diastereotopic groups are
discussed. Aspects of stereochemistry are explored through
consideration of addition reactions to alkenes and carbonyl groups,
nucleophilic substitution, and reactions (and interactions)
involved in the resolution of racemic mixtures. Additional material
is available on the website at www.rsc.org/tct Ideal for the needs
of undergraduate chemistry students, Tutorial Chemistry Texts is a
major series consisting of short, single topic or modular texts
concentrating on the fundamental areas of chemistry taught in
undergraduate science courses. Each book provides a concise account
of the basic principles underlying a given subject, embodying an
independent-learning philosophy and including worked examples.
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