General, Organic and Biological Chemistry

by Stoker, H. Stephen

• ISBN13: 9780618265978
• ISBN10: 061826597X
• Edition: 3rd
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2003-03-04
• Publisher: Brooks Cole

Summary

Comprehensive problem-solving support, engaging visuals, and a focus on the applications of chemistry combine to make this text an ideal match for allied health majors. Throughout the book, the author minimizes complicated mathematics. Early chapters focus on fundamental chemical principles while later chapters build on the foundation of these principles, developing the concepts and applications central to organic and biological chemistry. The Fourth Edition further develops the strengths of the previous editions with a refreshed, contemporary art program, additional challenging problems, and expanded Chemistry-at-a-Glance and Chemical Connections features. A complete technology package accompanies the text and features the new CL Testing program powered by Diploma, the new HM ClassPresent CD with videos and animations, and a new Eduspace online homework course.

Table of Contents

Basic Concepts About Matter

Chemistry: The Study of Matter

Physical States of Matter

Properties of Matter

Changes in Matter Chemistry at a Glance: Use of the Terms Physical and Chemical

Pure Substances and Mixtures

Elements and Compounds Chemistry at a Glance: Classes of Matter

Discovery and Abundance of the Elements

Names and Chemical Symbols of Elements

Atoms and Molecules

Chemicals and Formulas Chemical Connections: ""Good"" Versus ""Bad"" Properties fo

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