Chemistry in Quantitative Language: Fundamentals of General Chemistry Calculations

Problem-solving is a challenging aspect of general chemistry courses, leading to frustration and failure. This book provides innovative, intuitive, and systematic strategies to tackle any type of calculations encountered in chemistry, with additional problems and revised examples in the second edition.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 528 pages
Publication date: 12 October 2021
Publisher: Oxford University Press

Problem-solving is a formidable challenge that students often face in their general chemistry courses, resulting in frustration and failure. As a consequence, many students lose motivation to pursue further chemistry courses after the first year. This book addresses this issue directly and offers innovative, intuitive, and systematic approaches to tackle various types of calculations encountered in chemistry. The material begins by introducing the fundamental theories, equations, and concepts of the underlying chemistry, followed by detailed worked examples with step-by-step solutions to demonstrate how problems can be approached. In the second edition, additional problems are included at the end of each chapter, ranging in difficulty, and many of the original examples have been revised to enhance understanding. By utilizing these strategies, students can develop a strong foundation in chemistry and overcome the challenges associated with problem-solving, thereby fostering a deeper interest and enthusiasm for the subject.

Weight: 986g
Dimension: 277 x 293 x 30 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780198867784
Edition number: 2 Revised edition