A Conceptual Introduction to Chemistry [Hardcover]

Rich Bauer (Author), James Birk (Author), Pamela S. Marks (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0073221066 | ISBN-13: 978-0073221069 | Publication Date: January 5, 2006 | Edition: 1

A Conceptual Introduction to Chemistry by Bauer/Birk/Marks offers today’s student a fresh perspective to the introduction of chemistry. This new textbook offers a conceptual approach to chemistry by starting first with macroscopic phenomena, and then presenting the underlying microscopic detail. Each chapter opens with a real-life scenario that helps students connect abstract chemical concepts to their own lives. The math found in A Conceptual Introduction to Chemistry is introduced on a need-to-know basis, with "Math Toolboxes" ending each chapter, in support of the math skills required in that chapter.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 647 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Science/Engineering/Math; 1 edition (January 5, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0073221066
• ISBN-13: 978-0073221069
• Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 8.7 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #767,109 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Gen Chem Textbook!, September 7, 2010

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This review is from: Introduction to Chemistry (Hardcover)

This is a very easy to read and understand general chemistry textbook. Helps you master the basics of chemistry while providing insight to organic, nuclear and biochemistry. Definitely the best textbook I have come across.

5.0 out of 5 stars Chemistry Book bought on Amazon!, April 9, 2011

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This review is from: Introduction to Chemistry (Hardcover)

I was originally using an online book, which was great but I always felt like I was missing out on something! Call me old school, but I had to have the book in hand to see the big picture! The book is great! Definitely improved my understanding. It's a book I will refer to more than just in my Chemistry class in the school years to come! Received the book in the time frame that was presented when I purchased! Was a good purchase experience! :)

0 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Typical Text, January 9, 2010

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This review is from: Introduction to Chemistry (Hardcover)

This text book is easy to read and understand. Very helpful too if the professor teaches from their own knowledge and the text is merely used to supplement lectures.