Introduction to Organic Chemistry

Welcome to the fascinating world of organic chemistry! This page connects what you’ve explored in the Bivology Molecule Builder with foundational concepts in organic molecules and life sciences.

🔬 What is Organic Chemistry?

Organic chemistry is the study of carbon-based compounds — the building blocks of life. It explains how atoms form molecules with specific shapes, behaviors, and functions inside living organisms.

🌱 Core Concepts You’re Already Using

• Atoms: You’ve been combining H, O, C, and N — the most essential atoms in biochemistry.
• Molecular Chains: Step-by-step assembly mirrors how real biomolecules form (like DNA or proteins).
• Bond Logic: Choosing specific sequences helps simulate functional groups and stability.
• Interpretation: Recognizing molecules like H₂O and NH₃ builds intuition for chemical structure.

🔗 What’s Next in Bivology?

• Functional Groups: Learn how –OH, –NH₂, and –COOH affect molecular function.
• Hydrocarbons: Explore chains and rings — from methane (CH₄) to benzene (C₆H₆).
• Isomers: See how the same atoms in different arrangements make different compounds.
• Macromolecules: Simulate amino acids, lipids, nucleotides — and how they build life.

🧪 Start Exploring

Use the Molecule Builder to create real-world molecules. Then expand to functional groups and reaction patterns. Bivology is your bridge between digital logic and organic life.