Descriptive Inorganic Chemistry - Hardcover

Rayner-Canham, Geoffrey; Overton, Tina

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0716789639 ISBN 13: 9780716789635

Publisher: W H Freeman & Co, 2006

Synopsis

This bestselling text introduces descriptive inorganic chemistry in a less rigorous, less mathematical way. The book uses the periodic table as basis for understanding chemical properties and uncovering relationships between elements in different groups. Unique in "Descriptive Inorganic Chemistry" is the chapter tying numerous trends and commonalities between the groups. Rayner-Canham and Overton's text also familiarizes students with the historical background of inorganic chemistry as well as with its crucial applications (especially in regard to industrial processes and environmental issues), resulting in a comprehensive appreciation and understanding of the field and the role it will play in their fields of further study. "

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Description :

This text is for introductory descriptive-based inorganic chemistry courses. From basic concepts to systematic coverage of specific elements and compounds, the book uses the periodic table as a framework for understanding chemical properties and relationships between elements in different groups. Students will also become familiar with the rich history of inorganic chemistry as well as crucial applications, especially with regard to industrial processes and environmental issues.

Contents: The Electronic Structure of the Atom: A Review

An Overview of the Periodic Table

Covalent Bonding

Metallic Bonding

Ionic Bonding

Inorganic Thermodynamics

Hydrogen

Acids and Bases

Oxidation and Reduction

The Group 1 Elements: The Alkali Metals

The Group 2 Elements: The Alkaline Earth Metals

The Group 13 Elements

The Group 14 Elements

The Group 15 Elements

The Group 16 Elements

The Group 17 Elements: The Halogens

The Group 18 Elements: The Noble Gases

Introduction to Transition Metal Complexes

Properties of the Transition Metals

The Group 12 Elements

The Rare Earth and Actinoid Elements

Book Description:

A less strenuous introduction to inorganic chemistry that helps students understand the relationships between chemical elements, the history of the discipline and cutting-edge applications

About this edition

• Publisher: W H Freeman & Co
• Publication date: 2006
• ISBN 10: 0716789639
• ISBN 13: 9780716789635
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 4
• Number of pages: 617