Molecular Structure and Dynamics

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Promote a spirit of scientific discovery

New scientific discoveries do not usually begin with models; they begin with data and a spirit of intellectual curiosity. In much the same way, Spencer, Bodner, and Rickard's Chemistry: Structure & Dynamics, Third Edition presents data, and challenges students to derive the models. Built on the recommendations of the American Chemical Society's Task Force on the General Chemistry Curriculum, this innovative approach helps students get a feel for how chemists approach problems in the real world.

This Third Edition is now revised with a new chapter on materials science and increased coverage of nuclear chemistry.

Here's how it works:
* Data-driven approach: Unlike traditional books that present theory, questions, and then applications, this text starts with the data and derives the theory from it. Students start with observations, just like scientists.
* Concise, flexible format: The text is briefer than most current general chemistry texts. Coverage focuses on the core topics of general chemistry, with optional coverage of special topics also available.
* An emphasis on core themes: These themes include the process of science, the relationship between molecular structure and physical/chemical properties, and the relationship between the microscopic and macroscopic levels.

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ISBN: 0-471-69941-1

Using a classroom-guided inquiry approach, this ideal accompaniment to Chemistry: Structure & Dynamics features 62 ChemActivities covering all the core general chemistry topics. These ChemActivities provide a variety of ways to promote a student-focused, active classroom.

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Good style and gentle build-up.......2007-05-05

I looked at quite a few chemistry books before choosing this one. In the end I decided to follow one of MIT's OpenCouseWare chemistry classes for which this is required reading. To find the MIT lectures, do an internet search for "ocw 3.091"; all the videos and homework assignments are available.

What's so good about the book is that it gives a very smooth build-up to all topics, so the reader will rarely ever be left confused. Because of this, it can be read quite quickly. Furthermore, exercises with clear solutions are integrated into the text, letting you double-check yourself frequently. This is a fantastic strategy to support both understanding and overall readability.

(Tip: you may want to order the student solution manual too)

If this book is required for your chemistry class: your instructor made a great choice! If your looking for a text for self-study, I'm sure you'll be pleased with this book, especially considering the MIT OpenCourseWare supplementary material that's available.

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