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Demystified

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Chemistry Demystified

by Linda Williams

Published 31 July 2003
Here's a breakthrough formula for understanding chemistry. Forget dry presentations, abstract theory, and grueling homework assignments - here's an entertaining and effective way for those without formal training or unlimited time to get up-to-speed on chemistry and the foundational components of matter. With "Chemistry Demystified", you master the subject one simple step at a time - at your own speed. Unlike most books on chemistry, general principles are presented first, and the details follow. In order to make the learning process as clear and simple as possible, heavy-duty math, formulas, and equations are kept to a minimum. This unique self-teaching guide offers questions at the end of each chapter and section to pinpoint weaknesses, and a 150-question final exam to reinforce the entire book.You'll also find a host of "extras" such as Chembites, tips, scientific news, and cutting-edge industry applications not usually found in standard textbooks. Simple enough for a beginner, but challenging enough for an advanced student, "Chemistry Demystified" is the painless alternative to learning or brushing up on chemistry.
Here's everything you need to: understand the components of matter; grasp symbols and naming standards used in chemistry; learn elements, electrons, and the periodic table; discover the composition of atoms; comprehend subatomic particles; execute formulaic calculations; understand properties and reactions; comprehend solubility, boiling, and freezing points; and, discern surface tension.

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This book offers an environmentally correct way to learn. Now anyone with an interest in environmental science can master it - without formal training, unlimited time, or a genius IQ. In "Environmental Science Demystified", scientist and writer Linda Williams provides an effective, entertaining, and scientifically compelling way to learn or review the fundamentals of environmental science. With "Environmental Science Demystified", you master the subject one simple step at a time - at your own speed. This unique self-teaching guide offers quizzes at the end of each chapter and part to pinpoint weaknesses, and a 100-question "final exam" to reinforce the subject as a whole.Here's everything you need to: become a better friend to Planet Earth with real-world examples, environmental notes, tips, and scientific news; uncover humans' impact on the Earth's atmosphere, land masses, and water bodies, and the impact of solid and hazardous wastes; learn the truth about the greenhouse effect, global warming, and weather cycles; discover amazing ecosystems and biodiversity, erosion and desertification; learn about the hydrologic cycle, oceans, glaciers, and water pollution and treatment; discover the secrets of geochemical carbon and calcium cycling; and, take a "final exam" and grade it yourself!
Simple enough for beginners but substantial enough for advanced students, "Environmental Science Demystified" is your direct route to learning or brushing up on this important subject.

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Earth Science has never been easier to understand

Coverage includes: rocks and minerals, strata, fossils, volcano’s, earthquakes, glaciers, wind and erosion, oceans, type of rock, atmosphere, carbon and calcium, the hydrologic cycle, and more.

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A PROVEN formula for mastering CHEMISTRY

Trying to understand chemistry but feel like the information's just not bonding with your brain? Here's your solution. Chemistry Demystified, Second Edition, helps you grasp both fundamental and complex concepts with ease.

Written in a step-by-step format, this practical guide first covers atomic theory, elements, symbols, and the Periodic Table of the Elements. The book then delves into solids, liquids, gases, solutions, orbitals, chemical bonds, acids, and bases. Electrochemistry, thermodynamics, biochemistry, and organic, environmental, and nuclear chemistry are discussed. In-depth examples, detailed illustrations, and worked-out problems make it easy to understand the material, and end-of-chapter quizzes and a final exam help reinforce learning.

It's a no-brainer! You'll learn about:

  • Molecular and structural formulas
  • Metallurgy
  • Gas laws
  • Molar mass
  • Molecular orbital theory
  • Covalent and ionic bonds
  • Oxidation/reduction
  • The laws of thermodynamics
  • Organic reactions
  • Biological and environmental markers

Simple enough for a beginner, but challenging enough for an advanced student, Chemistry Demystified, Second Edition, helps you master this fascinating subject.