The science in context Gilbert, Thomas R. creator Kirss, Rein V. Foster, Natalie. Bretz, Stacey Lowery 1967- text nyu 2018 Second edition. monographic eng

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xxxi, 1093, 125 variously numbered pages : illustrations (some color), color map ; 29 cm Matter and energy : an atomic perspective -- Atoms, ions, molecules : the building blocks of matter -- Atomic structure : explaining the properties of elements -- Chemical bonding : understanding climate change -- Bonding theories : explaining molecular geometry -- Intermolecular forces : attractions between particles -- Stoichiometry : mass relationships and chemical reactions -- Aqueous solutions : chemistry of the hydrosphere -- Thermochemistry : energy changes in chemical reactions -- Properties of gases : the air we breathe -- Properties of solutions : their concentrations and colligative properties -- Thermodynamics : why chemical reactions happen -- Chemical kinetics : clearing the air -- Chemical equilibrium : equal but opposite reaction rates -- Acid-base equilibria : proton transfer in biological systems -- Additional aqueous equilibria : chemistry and the oceans -- Electrochemistry : the quest for clean energy -- The solid state : a particulate view -- Organic chemistry : fuels, pharmaceuticals, and modern materials -- Biochemistry : the compounds of life -- Nuclear chemistry : the risks and benefits -- The main group elements : life and the periodic table -- Transition metals : biological and medical applications. Thomas R. Gilbert, Northeastern University, Rein V. Kirss, Northeastern University, Natalie Foster, Lehigh University, Stacey Lowery Bretz, Miami University. Includes index. Chemistry QD33.2 .G54 2009 540 9780393926491 KUSN 161028 20260924093220.0 eng