Organic Chemistry II

Molecule of the day, Absinthin.

Molecule of the day - Absinthin. (Image by Prof. Timothy Jamison.)

Instructor(s)

MIT Course Number

5.13

As Taught In

Fall 2006

Level

Undergraduate

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Course Description

This intermediate organic chemistry course focuses on the methods used to identify the structure of organic molecules, advanced principles of organic stereochemistry, organic reaction mechanisms, and methods used for the synthesis of organic compounds. Additional special topics include illustrating the role of organic chemistry in biology, medicine, and industry.