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Offline jamaal

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Retrosynthetic Analysis!
« on: January 20, 2008, 10:18:14 PM »
Hey I was wondering if any of you guys had any tips on how to get better at retrosynthetic analysis problems.  Thanks!

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Re: Retrosynthetic Analysis!
« Reply #1 on: January 21, 2008, 02:29:02 AM »
learning more synthetic steps always helps and the mastery of certain subjects including C-C bonds as the most important.  EJ Corey's Logic of Chemical Synthesis is a great book
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Re: Retrosynthetic Analysis!
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Re: Retrosynthetic Analysis!
« Reply #3 on: January 21, 2008, 07:43:07 AM »
Hi,

The problem with Stuart Warrens book is that it is all based on old chemistry. The principles are Ok but the methods are a bit old and school like. I would also recommend Corey's book but it depends on what level you are at.

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Re: Retrosynthetic Analysis!
« Reply #4 on: January 21, 2008, 05:54:02 PM »
The Warren book is outstanding.  It may seem to use "old school" reactions but if there is a "Warren" way to make a molecule, it is probably the easiest and most reliable way to do it.  In a practical sense, I think the Warren book is best for learning retrosynthesis.

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