Fundamentals of General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry

This top-selling book on general, organic, and biological chemistry offers clear and concise use of language, thoughtful attention to problem solving, and engaging discussions of relevant applications. Effectively covering the essentials of allied health chemistry without becoming bogged down in excessive and unnecessary detail, it puts chemistry in the context of everyday life applications, presenting a friendly narrative that is highly accessible for the readers with no scientific background. Reflects current scientific and clinical developments, and contains over 100 boxed applications covering a wide variety of special topic including medicine, physiology, and nutrition. Includes McMurry's innovative ballpark questions that test readers' understanding of concepts and develop analytical thinking skills. Presents a unique organization of the biochemistry that interweaves the study of biomolecules and their metabolism. Now offers an extensively upgraded illustration program, featuring larger, clearer, and more consistent high-impact art; unique Connections boxes that highlight the careers of practicing allied health professionals through compelling interviews; Understanding Key Concepts review problems that stress reasoning, visualization, and conceptual understanding; Concept Links and Looking Ahead notes that improve overall integration of general, organic, and biological subject areas, and more. Text is shrinkwrapped with a free Chemistry SkillBuilder CD-ROM. For allied health, environmental technology, agriculture, and related professionals.