General Chemistry

Principles and Modern Applications

Ralph H. Petrucci, William S. Harwood, F. Geoffrey Herring

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Published: 2002

Pages: 1160

For first year general chemistry courses. General Chemistry: Principles and Modern Applications is recognised for its superior problems, lucid writing, precision of argument, and precise and detailed treatment of the subject. Popular and innovative features include Feature Problems, follow-up A and B Practice Exercises to accompany every in-chapter Example, Focus On application boxes, and Keep in Mind marginal notes. *NEW-Expanded, reorganised, updated. Providing students with the most current, comprehensive coverage of the topic. *NEW- Emphasis on organic compounds. *NEW- SI units usage. *NEW- Expanded wave mechanics coverage. Provides students with a strong, understandable presentation of the subject. *NEW- Reorganised Lewis structure presentation. Provides students with a clear exposition of a general strategy for writing such structures. *NEW- More molecular art and illustrations. *NEW- Keep in Mind marginal notes. Reminds students of ideas introduced earlier in the text that must be understood in relation to the subject at hand. *Complete, precise coverage of general chemistry principles. *Diverse, thought-provoking exercises. *Timely applications. *Focus On boxes - Conclude e

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