Chemistry A Molecular Approach

by Tro, Nivaldo J.

• ISBN13: 9780134874371
• ISBN10: 0134874374
• Additional ISBN(s): 9780134989136, 9780138171339
• Edition: 5th
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2019-01-28
• Publisher: PEARSO
• More Book Details

About This Book

Chemistry: A Molecular Approach, 5th Edition

Chemistry: A Molecular Approach, 5th Edition, is a comprehensive textbook designed for general chemistry courses. It's a go-to resource for students and educators alike, offering a detailed exploration of chemistry principles and meeting scope and sequence requirements for typical introductory chemistry courses.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by students and instructors in introductory chemistry courses at the college and university levels. It's also a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the basics of chemistry, including professionals looking to refresh their knowledge or expand their understanding of chemical principles.

History and Editions

The 5th edition of Chemistry: A Molecular Approach has been updated to pair digital, pedagogical innovation with insights from learning design and educational research. This edition introduces a fully integrated book and media package that streamlines course setup, actively engages students in becoming expert problem solvers, and makes it possible for professors to teach the general chemistry course easily and effectively[1].

Author and Other Works

Nivaldo J. Tro is the author of Chemistry: A Molecular Approach. Tro is known for his clear and concise writing style, which makes complex chemistry concepts accessible to students. He has also written other textbooks in the field of chemistry, ensuring that his work remains current and relevant.

Key Features

• Comprehensive Coverage: The book covers core concepts in general chemistry, including detailed explanations and examples.
• Integrated Media Package: The text is complemented by Mastering Chemistry, which includes interactive features such as practice problems, quizzes, and tutorials.
• Active Learning: The book is designed to actively engage students in problem-solving, making it easier for them to understand and apply chemical principles.
• Easy-to-Use Framework: The new edition streamlines course setup and makes it possible for professors to teach the general chemistry course effectively.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

• Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9780134874371
• eTextbook with Mastering Chemistry: ISBN-13: 9780134988801 (includes Mastering Chemistry with Pearson eText -- Access Card Package)
• Rental Options: Various rental durations available from different retailers

Publication Details

• Publisher: Pearson
• Publication Date: January 28, 2019
• Number of Pages: Varies by format
• Language: English
• Item Weight: Varies by format
• Dimensions: Varies by format

Other Editions and Formats

• 10th Edition: Not available (this is the 5th edition)
• eTextbook with Mastering Chemistry: ISBN-13: 9780134988801 (includes Mastering Chemistry with Pearson eText -- Access Card Package)
• Related ISBNs:
• 0134874374 (Hardcover)
• 0134988809 (Chemistry: A Molecular Approach Plus Mastering Chemistry with Pearson eText -- Access Card Package)
• 013498854X (Mastering Chemistry with Pearson eText -- ValuePack Access Card -- for Chemistry: A Molecular Approach)

This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for Chemistry: A Molecular Approach, 5th Edition, making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.

Author Biography

Nivaldo Tro has been teaching college Chemistry since 1990 and is currently teaching at Santa Barbara Community College. He received his Ph.D. in chemistry from Stanford University for work on developing and using optical techniques to study the adsorption and desorption of molecules to and from surfaces in ultrahigh vacuum. He then went on to the University of California at Berkeley, where he did postdoctoral research on ultrafast reaction dynamics in solution. Professor Tro has been awarded grants from the American Chemical Society Petroleum Research Fund, the Research Corporation, and the National Science Foundation to study the dynamics of various processes occurring in thin adlayer films adsorbed on dielectric surfaces. Professor Tro lives in Santa Barbara with his wife, Ann, and their four children, Michael, Ali, Kyle, and Kaden. In his leisure time, Professor Tro enjoys mountain biking, surfing, and being outdoors with his family.   

Table of Contents

1.    Matter, Measurement, and Problem Solving

2.    Atoms and Elements

3.    Molecules and Compounds

4.    Chemical Reactions and Chemical Quantities

5.    Introduction to Solutions and Aqueous Reactions

6.    Gases

7.    Thermochemistry

8.    The Quantum-Mechanical Model of the Atom

9.    Periodic Properties of the Elements

10.  Chemical Bonding I: The Lewis Model

11.  Chemical Bonding II: Molecular Shapes, Valence Bond Theory, and Molecular Orbital Theory

12.  Liquids, Solids, and Intermolecular Forces

13.  Solids and Modern Materials

14.  Solutions

15.  Chemical Kinetics

16.  Chemical Equilibrium

17.  Acids and Bases

18.  Aqueous Ionic Equilibrium

19.  Free Energy and Thermodynamics

20.  Electrochemistry

21.  Radioactivity and Nuclear Chemistry

22.  Organic Chemistry

23.  Biochemistry

24.  Chemistry of the Nonmetals

25.  Metals and Metallurgy

26. Transition Metals and Coordination Compounds

Appendix I Common Mathematical Operations in Chemistry Appendix II Useful Data

Appendix III Answers to Selected Exercises

Appendix IV Answers to In-Chapter Practice Problems