Chemistry

Students learn chemistry most effectively when they understand how chemical phenomena are governed by what is happening at the molecular level, apply critical thinking skills to chemical concepts and problems, and master the basic mathematical techniques needed for quantitative reasoning.

Olmsted & William's innovative approach to teaching chemistry reinforces key concepts through molecular-level discussion and graphics. This approach encourages students to move beyond memorization of formulas and equations, thinking critically about what is really occurring and solving problems based on what they know about the behavior of molecules and chemical processes.

The strengths of the text and illustrations are further enhanced by WileyPLUS, Wiley's integrated course management and homework/testing system. WileyPLUS enables instructors to automate the process of assigning, delivering, and grading homework, quizzes, and tests. Integrated within this system is a complete online version of the text and study guide as well as the text's other electronic assets, including Olmsted & Williams, Visual Tutor software, Interactive LearningWare problem-solving tutor, and videos of various lab demonstrations.

• Thorough Integration of Molecular Emphasis - Wherever it is appropriate, the molecular aspects of concepts and equations are emphasized. Many worked examples are described or illustrated with molecular figures, and molecular visualization problems are included among the chapter problems.  This approach is reinforced by all components of the media.
• Integrated Problem Solving Approach - The text is developed so that understanding of molecular concepts informs the quantitative perspective.  The authors employ a structured approach to problem solving, encourage critical thinking as key to the problem solving experience, and integrate molecular descriptions when appropriate. Students have further opportunity for the application of this structure in the Interactive LearningWare, and the Student Solutions Manual provides strategic reasoning as well as worked-out calculations.
• Mathematically Rigorous Presentation - While Olmsted & Williams’ molecular emphasis and integrated problem solving promote conceptual understanding, students also are expected to master the quantitative mathematical aspects of general chemistry.

• An early energy chapter addresses the key concepts of energy, enthalpy, and calorimetry.
• The chapters on structure and bonding have been reorganized: Chapter 9 presents Lewis structures and the experimental features of molecular structure, and Chapter 10 describes bonding theories.
• The concept of the mole is introduced in the context of atomic theory.
• A new chapter provides expanded coverage of the properties of solutions.
• The coverage of aqueous acid-base equilibria has been augmented by additional examples.
• The mechanisms and kinetics chapter includes coverage of the experimental kinetic techniques of isolation and initial rates.
• Each worked example includes a final step that asks if the results make sense, followed by an Extra Practice Exercise designed to provide immediate reinforcement.
• Icons in the margin direct student attention to three essential components of conceptual and problem-solving skills: Key Concepts, Skills to Master, and Does This Make Sense?
• Each chapter ends with a one-page Visual Summary that uses molecular and diagrammatic visual elements to summarize the skills to master, key concepts, important equations, and essential terms contained in the chapter.

Student Companion Site

The Student Companion Site gives students access to the rich tools and resources available for this text.

WileyPLUS

WileyPLUS is an integrated suite of resources containing an online version of the textbook and other interactive learning resources, immediate feedback on homework assignments, a gradebook to track progress and performance, and more.

Math Survival Guide, Tips and Tricks for Science Students, 2nd Edition

Thoroughly revised and updated, the Second Edition of this student-friendly Math Survival Guide provides basic training on fundamental math skills—skills students need to survive and succeed in courses such as chemistry, physics, and geology. Offering the right amount of depth on the right selection of topics, the book provides quick, clear, and accessible guidance on basic algebraic methods, right when students need it most. In addition to a full range of mathematics topics, Math Survival Guide includes special chapters focused on helping students improve their problem solving and study skills.

Student Study Guide

The Student Study Guide includes chapter overviews, learning objectives, sample exercises with worked out solutions, and self-test questions for each chapter.

Student Solutions Manual

The Student Solutions Manual provides worked-out solutions for the odd-numbered problems in the text.

Moog, Chemistry: A Guided Inquiry, Third Edition

Uses the classroom guided inquiry approach and provides an excellent accompaniment to any General Chemistry text. These materials are designed to train students to use and analyze data, figures, and text to deduce chemical concepts. Easily customized through WCS for departments and individual professors.

Klein, General Chemistry as a Second Language

Supplemental text that can be paired with any General Chemistry title. Klein’s unique informal voice and manner of presentation helps students truly master key topics in this the first 1/3 of the Gen Chem course.

Instructor Companion Site

The Instructor Companion Site provides instructors with the rich tools and resources available for this text.

WileyPLUS

WileyPLUS is an integrated suite of resources including the full online version of the textbook, plus easy-to-use homework management tools, interactive presentation resources, and a range of practice and study activities--with instant feedback--for students.

Moog, Chemistry: A Guided Inquiry, Third Edition

Uses the classroom guided inquiry approach and provides an excellent accompaniment to any General Chemistry text. These materials are designed to train students to use and analyze data, figures, and text to deduce chemical concepts. Easily customized through WCS for departments and individual professors.

Instructor’s Resource Manual

A completely new web-based Instructor’s Manual provides chapter overviews, learning objectives and lecture outlines for each chapter.

Test Bank

A thoroughly revised Test Bank tested for accuracy and expanded to include a wider range of problems.

Computerized Test Bank

Klein, General Chemistry as a Second Language

Supplemental text that can be paired with any General Chemistry title. Klein’s unique informal voice and manner of presentation helps students truly master key topics in this the first 1/3 of the Gen Chem course.