Chemistry: Concepts and Problems: A Self-Teaching Guide

by Clifford C. Houk, Richard Post

CHEMISTRY SECOND EDITION

The fast, easy way to master the fundamentals of chemistry

Have you ever wondered about the differences between liquids,gases, and solids? Or what actually happens when something burns?What exactly is a solution? An acid? A base? This is chemistry--thecomposition and structure of substances composing all matter, andhow they can be transformed. Whether you are studying chemistry forthe first time on your own, want to refresh your memory for a test,or need a little help for a course, this concise, interactive guidegives you a fresh approach to this fascinating subject. This fullyup-to-date edition of Chemistry: Concepts and Problems:
* Has been tested, rewritten, and retested to ensure that you canteach yourself all about chemistry
* Requires no prerequisites
* Lets you work at your own pace with a helpful question-and-answerformat
* Lists objectives for each chapter--you can skip ahead or findextra help if you need it
* Reinforces what you learn with chapter self-tests

Genres: Science, Chemistry, Nonfiction, Education, School

303 pages, Paperback

First published October 1, 1979

Reviews

[Kathrynn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent source to use for reviewing the basic concepts of high school chemistry or the first part of a college level chemistry course. I wholeheartedly recommend this book to those confused about the basic atomic structure, periodic table, atomic weights, formula weights (molar mass), nomenclature!, balancing equations, moles, gases, solids, solutions, equilibrium, acids and bases--logorithms and PH.

There were some great charts packed inside these pages! I thought they were nicely structured and grouped in a logical manner. A few charts: Table of Common Oxidation Numbers, Table of Solubility, Periodic Table broken down in easily understood sections, Sizes of Positive and Negative Ions, to name a few.

There were questions to answer after each explanation and end of chapter self-tests, too. My only gripe about this book was that the answers should not have been so close to the questions. Darn it! :-(

For anyone looking to fill in the "wholes" in chemistry in a concise, well formulated method this would be an asset to have. The way the material was grouped was the best I've seen to date.

[Gerald Kinro · Rating 4 out of 5]

Enjoy a chemistry book? Yes, I did. The authors present the subject in a concise, easy-to-understand manner. I took five semesters of chemistry in college a little more than a few years back. The principles are the same. I do books like these and good math books to free up clutter in my mind so I can better read other books. This one did it.

[Dewey Decimal · Rating 2 out of 5]

[2.5/5] A very minimalist approach to learning a subject on ones own. The questions asked based on short descriptions are followed by the answer to said questions. One of the worst things layout practices I have ever come across in study guide books. You will most likely need a textbook of some kind to read then come back to this for an overview of the material.

[Diana Marlowe · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great basic chemistry review. Brief, easy-to-understand descriptions followed immediately by questions and answers. There is a self test at the end of each chapter for review. Perfect for a quick overview to refresh for a state test or for other purposes. Loved it.

[Ford Miller · Rating 4 out of 5]

great entry into self teaching or review. simple and well written if you have the basics and want to improve at your own pace.

[Jill]

i didn't read this word for word...but i found it to be a great resource. it explains things in a way (a better way) than other books have. i recommend it to anyone who is having trouble grasping the basic concepts of chemistry :)

[Amanda · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a great book for establishing the ground work for chemistry concepts. Recommended for high school or college entry science. Easy to read with lots of questions throughout.