Chemistry Demystified

By Linda Williams
Size : 65 MB
ISBN 0071410112 / 9780071410113
Language English
Publisher McGraw-Hill

Overview

Say goodbye to dry presentations, grueling formulas, and abstract theory that would put Einstein to sleep--now there's an easier way to master chemistry, biology, trigonometry, and geometry. McGraw-Hill's Demystified Series teaches complex subjects in a unique, easy-to-absorb manner and is designed for users without formal training, unlimited time, or genius IQs.

Organized like self-teaching guides, they come complete with key points, background information, questions at the end of each chapter, and final exams. There's no better way to gain instant expertise!

ABOUT CHEMISTRY DEMYSTIFIED:
* Current, real-world examples illustrate the essential nature of the basic elements as they form various states of gases, liquids, and solids
* Covers essentials such as understanding matter; chemical building blocks; elements, electrons, and the periodic table; properties and reactions
* Includes unique Chembites, tips, scientific news, and cutting-edge industry applications not usually found in textbooks

Table of contents

Preface
Acknowledgments
PART ONE: UNDERSTANDING MATTER
Chapter 1. Scientific Method and Chemistry
Chapter 2. Data and How to Study It
Chapter 3. Properties of Matter
Chapter 4. Elements, Symbols, and the Periodic Table
Test: Part One
PART TWO: CHEMICAL BUILDING BLOCKS
Chapter 5. Atoms, Elements, and Compounds
Chapter 6. Electron Configurations
Chapter 7. Concentration and Molarity
Chapter 8. The Hydrogen Atom
Test: Part Two
PART THREE: ELEMENTS, GROUPS, AND BEHAVIOR
Chapter 9. Atomic Number and Ions
Chapter 10. Organic Chemistry and Functional Groups
Chapter 11. Radiochemistry
Chapter 12. Metals
Test: Part Three
PART FOUR: PROPERTIES AND REACTIONS
Chapter 13. Chemical Bonding
Chapter 14. Acids and Bases
Chapter 15. Solids
Chapter 16. Liquids
Chapter 17. Gases
Chapter 18. Biochemistry, Nanotechnology, and the Future
Test: Part Four
FINAL EXAM
ANSWERS TO QUIZ, TEST, AND EXAM QUESTIONS
REFERENCES
INDEX