Chemistry : The Central Science

by Brown, Theodore E.; LeMay, H. Eugene H; Bursten, Bruce E.; Murphy, Catherine; Woodward, Patrick

• ISBN13: 9780136006176
• ISBN10: 0136006175
• Edition: 11th
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2009-01-01
• Publisher: Prentice Hall

Summary

Chemistry: The Central Scienceis the most trusted book on the market--its scientific accuracy, clarity, innovative pedagogy, functional problem-solving and visuals set this book apart. Brown, LeMay, and Bursten teach students the concepts and skills they need without overcomplicating the subject. A comprehensive media package that works in tandem with the text helps students practice and learn while providing instructors the tools they need to succeed.

Table of Contents

Introduction: Matter and Measurement	p. 1
Atoms, Molecules, and Ions	p. 36
Stoichiometry: Calculations with Chemical Formulas and Equations	p. 78
Aqueous Reactions and Solution Stoichiometry	p. 118
Thermochemistry	p. 164
Electronic Structure of Atoms	p. 210
Periodic Properties of the Elements	p. 254
Basic Concepts of Chemical Bonding	p. 296
Molecular Geometry and Bonding Theories	p. 340
Gases	p. 392
Intermolecular Forces, Liquids, and Solids	p. 436
Modern Materials	p. 480
Properties of Solutions	p. 526
Chemical Kinetics	p. 572
Chemical Equilibrium	p. 626
Acid Base Equilibria	p. 666
Additional Aspects of Aqueous Equilibria	p. 718
Chemistry of the Environment	p. 766
Chemical Thermodynamics	p. 800
Electrochemistry	p. 842
Nuclear Chemistry	p. 892
Chemistry of the Nonmetals	p. 930
Metals and Metallurgy	p. 980
Chemistry of Coordination Compounds	p. 1012
The Chemistry of Life: Organic and Biological Chemistry	p. 1050
Appendices
Mathematical Operations	p. 1104
Properties of Water	p. 1111
Thermodynamic Quantities for Selected Substances at 298.15 K (25  C)	p. 0000
Aqueous Equilibrium Constants	p. 0000
Standard Reduction Potentials at 25  C	p. 0000
Answers to Selected Exercises A-1
Answers to "Give It Some Thought" A-00
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