by Dr Rob Lewis (Author), Dr Wynne Evans (Author)
This engaging and established textbook assumes minimal prior experience of science and maths and provides students with a complete course in chemical literacy. Written in an accessible and succinct style, this book offers comprehensive coverage of all the core topics in organic, inorganic and physical chemistry. Topics covered include bonding, moles, solutions and solubility, energy changes, equilibrium, organic compounds and spectroscopy. Each unit contains in-text exercises and revision questions to consolidate learning at every step, and is richly illustrated with diagrams and images to aid understanding.
This popular text is an essential resource for students who are looking for an accessible introductory textbook. It is also ideal for non-specialists on courses such as General Science, Engineering, Environmental, Health or Life Sciences.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 488
Edition: 4th edition
Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan
Published: 17 Jun 2011
ISBN 10: 0230291821
ISBN 13: 9780230291829
Book Overview: Reviews for previous editions: 'Love at first sight: this really is a terrific book with bags of appeal particularly for students without an A-Level in chemistry and who have developed a mental block about all things chemical.' - Dr R J Martin, School of Civil Engineering, The University of Birmingham, UK (review posted on Amazon.co.uk) '[A] comprehensive introductory undergraduate text covering all the essentials required for a foundation chemistry course.' - Education in Chemistry '[G]ood value for money... Well written - clear explanations of concepts...' - Dr Jennifer Bochmann, School of Chemical Sciences and Pharmacy, University of East Anglia, UK 'I like it and more importantly so do a range of students.' - Paul Kneller, School of Conservation Sciences, University of Bournemouth, UK