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World of Chemistry, 4th Edition, 4th Edition

Steven S. Zumdahl, Susan A. Zumdahl, Donald J. DeCoste

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Overview

Easy to read and accessible to all students, WORLD OF CHEMISTRY includes National Geographic images and visuals, numerous problem-solving examples, a wide range of end-of-chapter exercises, and real world applications that truly bring the "world of chemistry" together in one unique central learning resource. Offering a rigorous but understandable introduction to chemistry, this program reflects the authors' belief that chemistry is something students must construct for themselves with the help of the teacher, content support including introductions to National Geographic Explorers, and laboratory exploration. This new 4th edition has been completely redesigned to include National Geographic images, Explorers, and the incorporation of new engineering features.

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Steven S. Zumdahl

Steve Zumdahl is the author of market-leading textbooks in introductory chemistry, general chemistry, honors-level chemistry, and high school chemistry. Recently retired from his long-time position as Director of Undergraduate Programs at the University of Illinois, he has received numerous awards for his contributions to chemical education. These include the National Catalyst Award in recognition of his contribution to chemical education, the University of Illinois Teaching Award, the UIUC Liberal Arts and Sciences Advising Award, and the School of Chemical Sciences Teaching Award (five times). He earned his B.S. in Chemistry from Wheaton College (IL), and his Ph.D. from the University of Illinois.

Susan A. Zumdahl

Susan A. Zumdahl earned a B.S. and M.A. in Chemistry at California State University--Fullerton. She has taught science and mathematics at all levels, including middle school, high school, community college, and university. She is past director of the Merit Program for Emerging Scholars in Chemistry at the University of Illinois. In addition, she spearheaded the development of a sophisticated web-based electronic homework system for chemistry and is co-author on several chemistry textbooks.

Donald J. DeCoste

Donald J. DeCoste is Associate Director of General Chemistry at the University of Illinois, Urbana–Champaign and has been teaching chemistry at the high school and college levels for 26 years. He earned his BS in Chemistry and PhD from the University of Illinois, Urbana–Champaign. At UIUC he has developed chemistry courses for nonscience majors, preservice secondary teachers, and preservice elementary teachers. He teaches courses in introductory chemistry and the teaching of chemistry and has received the School of Chemical Sciences Teaching Award four times. Don has led workshops for secondary teachers and graduate student teaching assistants, discussing the methods and benefits of getting students more actively involved in class. When not involved in teaching and advising, Don enjoys spending time with his wife and three children.

What's New

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  • Explorers at Work features profile the research and problem-solving work of National Geographic Explorers
  • Aspects of engineering design are integrated through Exploring Engineering and Chemical Engineering features

Features

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  • Known for its accessibility, superior visual program, numerous problem-solving examples, wide range of end-of-chapter exercises, and real-world applications
  • Text’s macro-to-micro organization introduces the language of chemistry early on—such as formula writing, equations, and models—and delays coverage of atomic theory and bonding until later
  • Problem-solving support for students includes examples in the text paired with worked out solutions that demonstrate the reasoning used to solve the problem
  • Differentiated learning support that includes leveled practice problems, team-learning worksheets, and a Meeting Individual Needs Toolkit

Table of Contents

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1. Chemistry: An Introduction
2. Matter
3. Measurements and Calculations
4. Chemical Foundations: Elements, Atoms, and Ions
5. Nomenclature
6. Chemical Composition
7. Chemical Reactions: An Introduction
8. Reactions in Aqueous Solutions
9. Chemical Quantities
10. Energy
11. Modern Atomic Theory
12. Chemical Bonding
13. Gases
14. Liquids and Solids
15. Solutions
16. Acids and Bases
17. Equilibrium
18. Oxidation-Reduction Reactions and Electrochemistry
19. Radioactivity and Nuclear Energy
20. Organic Chemistry
21. Biochemistry

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  • ISBN-10: 035743532X
  • ISBN-13: 9780357435328
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  • ISBN-10: 1337916129
  • ISBN-13: 9781337916127
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  • ISBN-10: 0357422341
  • ISBN-13: 9780357422342
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World of Chemistry, 4th Teacher's Edition

ISBN: 9780357422342
Teacher's Edition for complete course support including answer keys, classroom activities, ELL support, and teaching tips