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Explore molecular models of organic chemistry functional groups and compounds. Visualize electron clouds, electrostatic potential maps, and molecular dynamics simulations. Includes a glossary and multiple-choice questions to aid learning.
✓Molecular models of 12 functional groups
✓45 examples of organic compounds
✓Electron cloud isosurface representation
✓Electrostatic potential maps
✓Molecular dynamics simulations
✓Glossary and multiple-choice questions
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What's New in ODYSSEY Functional Groups
1.1.3
August 3, 2022
iOS 15 fixes- minor content updates
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FAQ
What functional groups does ODYSSEY Functional Groups cover?
ODYSSEY Functional Groups includes molecular models for twelve main functional groups: alcohol, ether, aldehyde, ketone, amine, amide, carboxylic acid, ester, acyl halide, alkyl halide, alkene, and alkyne. It also features forty-five examples of organic compounds containing these groups.
How does ODYSSEY Functional Groups visualize molecular properties?
The app offers isosurface representations of electron clouds, which can be color-coded as electrostatic potential maps to indicate polarity. Surfaces can be displayed in transparent, mesh, or solid styles.
Can I see how molecules behave in different states?
Yes, over thirty compounds are represented by models of both individual molecules and their standard states (solid, liquid, or gas). Many standard state models can be animated with room temperature molecular dynamics simulations.
Does ODYSSEY Functional Groups help with understanding intermolecular forces?
The app allows highlighting potential hydrogen bond acceptors by showing lone pair positions. Where applicable, hydrogen bonding can be explicitly visualized to aid understanding.
What learning resources are included in ODYSSEY Functional Groups?
Beyond the molecular models, the app provides a glossary of terms, a comments section for notes, and a set of multiple-choice questions with randomized options to test knowledge.
What is the price of ODYSSEY Functional Groups?
ODYSSEY Functional Groups is a paid application, available for $3.99. This one-time purchase grants access to all its features.
On which devices can I use ODYSSEY Functional Groups?
Currently, ODYSSEY Functional Groups is supported on iPads. It is designed to take advantage of the larger screen size for detailed molecular visualizations.
How often is ODYSSEY Functional Groups updated?
The app was last updated on August 3, 2022, with version 1.1.3. While updates may not be frequent, the existing content provides a comprehensive learning tool for organic chemistry.
