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Prospective dental and ophthalmology students must take challenging exams as part of their admissions process; the Dental Admission Test (DAT) and Optometry Admission Test (OAT). These tests evaluate various academic and perceptual abilities, as well as basic scientific understanding. Organic chemistry is a complicated subject, but it is critical to thoroughly understand it before your exam. Organic Chemistry Odyssey gives detailed explanations of various topics, making it the perfect companion to your DAT Destroyer and OAT Destroyer, an OAT and DAT test study guide.What is Organic Chemistry?Organic chemistry studies reactions, structures, properties, preparation, and composition of carbon-containing compounds. Organic chemistry was initially limited to the study of naturally occurring compounds but now includes human-made compounds such as plastic. A basic understanding of organic chemistry helps you pass your exam and provides you with a solid foundation for learning scientifically-based concepts you will explore throughout higher education. What Topics are Covered?Dr. Romano’s Organic Chemistry Odyssey features detailed solutions and explanations to over 900 problems to help you prepare for the DAT, OAT, MCAT, or another exam. Table of ContentsConcepts in Organic ChemistryAcids and BasesCycloalkanes and RadicalsStereochemistryElimination ReactionsAlkenesAlkynesSubstitution ReactionsAlcoholsEthersAlcohols and Ethers IIAromaticsAldehydes and KetonesCarbonyl CompoundsSpectroscopyAminesCarbohydratesAmino AcidsFatty AcidsLab TechniquesBuild a Stronger FoundationDr. Romano knows there is no secret or magic formula to achieving a good score on your DAT, OAT, or MCAT. That’s why Organic Chemistry Odyssey takes you back to the basics, helping you build a strong foundation in organic chemistry concepts in easy-to-understand language. A thorough understanding of organic chemistry prepares you to answer any question thrown your way while also preparing you for other concepts you will learn in dental or optometry school. Consider purchasing our renowned DAT Destroyer or OAT Destroyer, our OAT and DAT test study guide after mastering the basics of organic chemistry.