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CHEMISTRY & CHEMICAL REACTIVITY, 7e, combines thorough instruction with powerful multimedia tools to give you a deeper understanding of general chemistry concepts. The book has a long-standing reputation for logical organization; macro to micro orientation; a superior art program; and state-of-the art media, which is expanded in the new edition. The text clearly emphasizes the visual nature of chemistry and illustrates the close interrelationship of the macroscopic, symbolic, and particulate levels of chemistry. With clear writing, seamless technology integration, and robust homework/assessment tools, CHEMISTRY & CHEMICAL REACTIVITY, 7e, equips you with tools to empower the mastery, assignment, and assessment of chemical principles. The text's art program reveals these three levels in engaging detail--and is fully integrated with new key media components. The Web-based tutorial ChemistryNOW generates a personalized study plan to meet your specific needs and includes Go Chemistry mini video lectures and flash cards that offer the perfect quick review for students on the go. Fully customizable OWL is a Web-based homework system that maximizes study time and offers an optional e- book. With hundreds of guided simulations, animations, video clips, and more, CHEMISTRY & CHEMICAL REACTIVITY, 7e, is more completely integrated with accompanying technology than any other text on the market.
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THE THESIS
This text investigates the fundamental principles of general chemistry by bridging the gap between macroscopic observations, symbolic representations, and particulate-level interactions. Mary L. Kotz, an experienced educator in the field, utilizes a structured pedagogical framework that emphasizes the visual nature of chemical reactions. The book argues that a deep understanding of chemistry requires the integration of traditional textbook instruction with modern multimedia tools to reinforce conceptual mastery.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Comprehensive coverage of general chemistry concepts including stoichiometry, thermodynamics, and kinetics.
- A multi-level instructional approach focusing on macroscopic, symbolic, and particulate perspectives.
- Integration with digital learning platforms such as ChemistryNOW and OWL for assessment and personalized study.
Scope Limits
- The text focuses primarily on general chemistry and does not provide advanced coverage of specialized fields like organic synthesis or quantum mechanics.
- It is designed as an introductory undergraduate resource rather than a reference for professional research.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Academic reviewers and educators frequently highlight the logical organization and the high quality of the visual art program as key strengths of this text. Students and instructors often note the density of the material, which is balanced by the extensive integration of digital tutorials and interactive simulations.
Page Count:
0
Publication Date:
1995-01-01
Publisher:
Harcourt School
ISBN-10:
0030022738
ISBN-13:
9780030022739
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