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A PROVEN formula for mastering CHEMISTRY
Trying to understand chemistry but feel like the information's just not bonding with your brain? Here's your solution. Chemistry Demystified , Second Edition, helps you grasp both fundamental and complex concepts with ease.
Written in a step-by-step format, this practical guide first covers atomic theory, elements, symbols, and the Periodic Table of the Elements. The book then delves into solids, liquids, gases, solutions, orbitals, chemical bonds, acids, and bases. Electrochemistry, thermodynamics, biochemistry, and organic, environmental, and nuclear chemistry are discussed. In-depth examples, detailed illustrations, and worked-out problems make it easy to understand the material, and end-of-chapter quizzes and a final exam help reinforce learning.
It's a no-brainer! You'll learn about:
Molecular and structural formulas
Metallurgy
Gas laws
Molar mass
Molecular orbital theory
Covalent and ionic bonds
Oxidation/reduction
The laws of thermodynamics
Organic reactions
Biological and environmental markers
Simple enough for a beginner, but challenging enough for an advanced student, Chemistry Demystified , Second Edition, helps you master this fascinating subject.
Über den Autor / die Autorin
Linda D. Williams is a nonfiction writer with specialities in science, medicine, and space. She works in the Weiss School of Natural Sciences at Rice University, Houston, Texas. A resident of Houston, Texas, Ms. Williams' work has ranged from biochemistry and microbiology to genetics and human enzyme research. She has worked as a technical writer and chief scientist at NASA and McDonnell Douglas, and served as a science speaker for the Medical Sciences Division of NASA-Johnson Space Centre. She is the author of two other popular volumes in this series, Earth Science Demystified and Chemistry Demystified.
Zusammenfassung
The second edition of this bestseller includes new material now part of introductory chemistry curricula and national subject tests such as ACT, SAT, and AP Chemistry.
