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Whether you're new to biosynthesis, integrated metabolism, and the molecular cloning of DNA or just brushing up on those topics, CliffsQuickReview Organic Chemistry II can help. This guide introduces each topic, defines key terms, and walks you through each sample problem step-by-step. In no time, you'll be ready to tackle other concepts in this book such as

• The reactions of aromatic compounds
• Aldol, cross-aldol, and ketonic aldol condensation
• Ester formation
• Oxidation
• Mass spectra

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