Basic chemistry concepts and exercises

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Kenan Science Library — Remote Storage

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QD33.2 .K46 2011
Status
Available

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Summary

Chemistry can be a daunting subject for the uninitiated, and all too often, introductory textbooks do little to make students feel at ease with the complex subject matter. Basic Chemistry Concepts and Exercises brings the wisdom of John Kenkel's more than 35 years of teaching experience to communicate the fundamentals of chemistry in a practical, down-to-earth manner.

Using conversational language and logically assembled graphics, the book concisely introduces each topic without overwhelming students with unnecessary detail. Example problems and end-of-chapter questions emphasize repetition of concepts, preparing students to become adept at the basics before they progress to an advanced general chemistry course. Enhanced with visualization techniques such as the first chapter's mythical microscope, the book clarifies challenging, abstract ideas and stimulates curiosity into what can otherwise be an overwhelming topic.

Topics discussed in this reader-friendly text include:

Properties and structure of matter Atoms, molecules, and compounds The Periodic Table Atomic weight, formula weights, and moles Gases and solutions Chemical equilibrium Acids, bases, and pH Organic chemicals

The appendix contains answers to the homework exercises so students can check their work and receive instant feedback as to whether they have adequately grasped the concepts before moving on to the next section. Designed to help students embrace chemistry not with trepidation, but with confidence, this solid preparatory text forms a firm foundation for more advanced chemistry training.

 

Contents

  • Properties and Structure of Matter
  • What Chemists Do
  • Properties and Change
  • Classification of Matter
  • Structure and Composition of Material Substances
  • A Quick Look Inside the Atom
  • The Number of Subatomic Particles
  • Homework Exercises
  • Significant Figures, the Metric System, and Dimensional Analysis
  • Introduction
  • Reading a Measuring Device
  • Significant Figures
  • Dimensional Analysis
  • The Metric System
  • Density
  • Temperature
  • Homework Exercises
  • Names and Formulas of Compounds
  • Subclassifications of Elements
  • Formation of Ions
  • Formulas of Ionic Compounds
  • Naming Ionic Compounds
  • Other Metal Ions
  • Other Negative Ions
  • Binary Covalent Compounds
  • Identifying and Naming Acids
  • Bases and Salts
  • Homework Exercises
  • Atomic Structure
  • Introduction
  • History of Theories and Experiments
  • The Modern Theory of Light
  • The Bohr Model
  • The Schrodinger Model
  • Orbital Diagrams
  • Electron Configuration
  • Homework Exercises
  • The Periodic Table
  • Introduction
  • Mendeleev and Meyer
  • Descriptive Chemistry of Selected Elements
  • Periodicity and Trends: Atomic Size, Ionization Energy, and Electron Affinity
  • Homework Exercises
  • Molecular Structure
  • Chemical Bonding
  • Outermost Electrons
  • Simple Ionic Compounds
  • Simple Covalent Compounds: Slot Filling
  • More Complicated Covalent Compounds
  • Coordinate Covalent Bonds
  • More Complicated Ionic Compounds
  • Structure of Ionic Compounds
  • Polar Bonds and Molecules
  • Valence-Shell Electron-Pair Repulsion Theory
  • Molecular Orbitals
  • Homework Exercises
  • Atomic Weight, Formula Weight, and Moles
  • Introduction
  • Atomic Weight Revisited
  • Molecular Weight and Formula Weight
  • The Mole
  • Percent Composition of Compounds
  • Derivation of Empirical Formulas
  • Homework Exercises
  • Chemical Equations and Stoichiometry
  • Introduction to Chemical Equations
  • Balancing Chemical Equations
  • Optional Symbols
  • Calculations Based on Equations
  • Limiting Reactant
  • Theoretical Yield, Actual Yield, and Percent Yield
  • Homework Exercises
  • Gases and the Gas Laws
  • Introduction
  • Properties of Gases
  • The Kinetic-Molecular Theory of Gases
  • Gas Pressure
  • Boyle's Law
  • Charles' Law
  • Combined Gas Law
  • Standard Temperature and Pressure
  • Correction of a Gas Volume to STP
  • The Ideal Gas Law
  • Avogadro's Law
  • Dalton's Law
  • Vapor Pressure
  • Homework Exercises
  • Solutions
  • Introduction
  • Terminology
  • Expressing Concentration
  • Preparing Solutions
  • More Terminology
  • Increasing Dissolution Rate
  • Mechanism of Dissolving
  • Homework Exercises
  • Chemical Equilibrium
  • Introduction
  • Chemical Equilibrium
  • Important Examples of Chemical Equilibrium
  • The Equilibrium Constant
  • The Position of the Equilibrium
  • The Magnitude of the Equilibrium Constant
  • Le Chatelier's Principle
  • Effect of Concentration Change
  • Effect of Temperature Change
  • Effect of Pressure Change
  • Effect of Catalysts
  • Homework Exercises
  • Acids, Bases, and pH
  • Introduction
  • Formulas and Strengths of Acids and Bases
  • General Properties of Acids and Bases
  • Acidity Level: pH
  • Measurement of pH
  • Theories of Acids and Bases
  • Reactions Involving Acids and Bases
  • "Add Acid to Water" Rule
  • Homework Exercises
  • Oxidation-Reduction Reactions
  • Oxidation-Reduction Reactions
  • The Ion-Electron Method for Balancing Equations
  • Homework Exercises
  • Organic Chemicals
  • Introduction
  • The Chemistry of Carbon and its Compounds
  • Hybridization of Orbitals
  • Geometry Around Bonded Carbon Atoms
  • Physical Properties
  • Hydrocarbons
  • Organic Compounds Containing Oxygen
  • Summaries of Hydrocarbon and Oxygen Classifications
  • Polymers
  • Homework Exercises
  • Appendix: Answers to Homework Exercises
  • Index

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