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Book SynopsisSucceed in chemistry with the clear explanations, problem-solving strategies and dynamic study tools of CHEMISTRY & CHEMICAL REACTIVITY, Eleventh Edition. Engaging chapter content helps you develop a deeper understanding of fundamental chemistry concepts, while vibrant illustrations emphasize the visual nature of chemistry and the close interrelationship of its macroscopic, symbolic and particulate levels. In addition, the text showcases the practical applications of chemistry and presents recent advances to make content both interesting and relevant. Finally, online study aids in OWLv2, such as Interactive Examples and Adaptive Learning Activities, can help you master even challenging concepts more readily, preparing you for success in the classroom and beyond.
Table of ContentsPart I: THE BASIC TOOLS OF CHEMISTRY. 1. Basic Concepts of Chemistry. 1R. Let's Review: The Tools of Quantitative Chemistry. 2. Atoms, Molecules and Ions. 3. Chemical Reactions. 4. Stoichiometry: Quantitative Information about Chemical Reactions. 5. Principles of Chemical Reactivity: Energy and Chemical Reactions. Part II: ATOMS AND MOLECULES. 6. The Structure of Atoms. 7. The Structure of Atoms and Periodic Trends. 8. Bonding and Molecular Structure. 9. Bonding and Molecular Structure ��� Orbital Hybridization and Molecular Orbitals. Part III: STATES OF MATTER 10. Gases and Their Properties. 11. Intermolecular Forces and Liquids. 12. The Solid State. 13. Solutions and Their Behavior. Part IV: THE CONTROL OF CHEMICAL REACTIONS. 14. Chemical Kinetics: The Rates of Chemical Reactions. 15. Principles of Chemical Reactivity: Equilibria. 16. Principles of Chemical Reactivity: The Chemistry of Acids and Bases. 17. Principles of Chemical Reactivity: Other Aspects of Aqueous Equilibria. 18. Principles of Chemical Reactivity: Entropy and Free Energy. 19. Principles of Chemical Reactivity: Electron Transfer Reactions. Part V: THE CHEMISTRY OF THE ELEMENTS. 20. Nuclear Chemistry 21. The Chemistry of the Main Group Elements. 22. The Chemistry of the Transition Elements. 23. Carbon: Not Just Another Element. 24. Biochemistry. 25. Environmental Chemistry: Earth's Environment, Energy and Sustainability. APPENDICES Appendix A: Using Logarithms and Solving Quadratic Equations. Appendix B: Some Important Physical Concepts. Appendix C: Abbreviations and Useful Conversion Factors. Appendix D: Physical Constants. Appendix E: A Brief Guide to Naming Organic Compounds. Appendix F: Values for the Ionization Energies and Electron Attachment Enthalpies of the Elements. Appendix G: Vapor Pressure of Water at Various Temperatures. Appendix H: Ionization Constants for Aqueous Weak Acids at 25��C. Appendix I: Ionization Constants for Aqueous Weak Bases at 25��C. Appendix J: Solubility Product Constants for Some Inorganic Compounds at 25��C. Appendix K: Formation Constants for Some Complex Ions in Aqueous Solution at 25��C. Appendix L: Selected Thermodynamic Values. Appendix M: Standard Reduction Potentials in Aqueous Solution at 25��C. Appendix N: Answers to Check Your Understanding Questions, Applying Chemical Principles Questions and Selected Study Questions.
