Experimental Organic Chemistry: Laboratory Manual

Experimental Organic Chemistry: Laboratory Manual is designed as a primer to initiate students in Organic Chemistry laboratory work. Organic Chemistry is an eminently experimental science that is based on a well-established theoretical framework where the basic aspects are well established but at the same time are under constant development. Therefore, it is essential for future professionals to develop a strong background in the laboratory as soon as possible, forming good habits from the outset and developing the necessary skills to address the challenges of the experimental work.

This book is divided into three parts. In the first, safety issues in laboratories are addressed, offering tips for keeping laboratory notebooks. In the second, the material, the main basic laboratory procedures, preparation of samples for different spectroscopic techniques, Microscale, Green Chemistry, and qualitative organic analysis are described. The third part consists of a collection of 84 experiments, divided into 5 modules and arranged according to complexity. The last two chapters are devoted to the practices at Microscale Synthesis and Green Chemistry, seeking alternatives to traditional Organic Chemistry.

Chapter 1: Laboratory Safety
Chapter 2: Laboratory Notebook
Chapter 3: Laboratory Equipment
Chapter 4: Basic Laboratory Operations
Chapter 5: Determining Physical and Spectroscopic Properties
Chapter 6: Functional-Group Analysis
Chapter 7: Basic Operation Experiments
Chapter 8: Organic Synthesis Experiments
Chapter 9: Advanced Organic Synthesis Experiments
Chapter 10: Microscale
Chapter 11: Microscale Experiments
Chapter 12: Green Chemistry
Chapter 13: Green Chemistry Experiments