Chemistry Workbook For Dummies

Learn to: Practice solving hundreds of beginning–to–advanced chemistry problems Review key chemistry concepts Get complete solutions for all problems Hundreds of practice problems to help you conquer chemistry Confounded by chemistry? Youre not alone. This fun, accessible workbook takes the fear out of this often–intimidating subject and shows you how to become the king or queen of your chemistry class, subject by subject and problem by problem. In no time, youll be mastering molecules, moles, and measurements and much more. Grab a pencil and get started! Grasp the basics of numbers, atoms, and elements understand scientific notation, make unit conversions, get a handle on the atom and its parts, and take a tour of the periodic table of the elements Cozy up to compounds brush up on bonds of all types, work with compounds and formulas, and make friends with the mole Get a grip on chemical reactions balance chemical equations and solve problems on synthesis, decomposition, displacement, and combustion Tackle problems on energy understand states of matter, work with pressure and volume, play with heat and cold, and explore reaction rates and equilibrium Conquer charges and electrochemistry work with acids and bases, solve pH problems, review redox reactions, and dive into atomic nuclei and decay Discover Hundreds of practice exercises and helpful explanations Real–world examples explaining tough chemistry concepts Focused, modular content presented in step–by–step lessons THE DUMMIES WORKBOOK WAY Quick refresher explanations Hands–on practice exercises A variety of questions to test your knowledge Online Cheat Sheet A dash of humor and fun

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