From the Publisher:
First edition users of this top-selling text praise the everyday applications, the extensive worked examples (more than two-hundred and seventy), and the clear, conversational writing style that virtually eliminates the frustrations and confusions most students experience in reading their first chemistry textbook. This edition features four-color art throughout, plus new practice examples following all worked examples, and updated applications relating chemistry to our lives and the environment.
From the Back Cover:
Previous users of this top-selling text praise the everyday applications, the extensive, carefully worked examples (more than 270), and a clear, conversational writing style. Features four-color art throughout, plus new practice examples following all worked examples, updated applications relating chemistry to our lives and the environment, and a free copy of the SkillBuilder CD-ROM. This book covers bonding and periodic properties earlier than many others. New and updated application boxes (e.g. on carbon monoxide, nitric oxide, and sunscreens).Formula writing covered earlier in this edition. Allied Health and Chemistry professions.
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