Matson M., Orbaek A.W. Inorganic Chemistry for Dummies

John Wiley & Sons, Inc., Hoboken, New Jersey, 2013. – 387 p. – ISBN: 1118217942The easy way to get a grip on inorganic chemistry Inorganic chemistry can be an intimidating subject, but it doesn′t have to be! Whether you′re currently enrolled in an inorganic chemistry class or you have a background in chemistry and want to expand your knowledge, Inorganic Chemistry For Dummies is the approachable, hands–on guide you can trust for fast, easy learning. Inorganic Chemistry For Dummies features a thorough introduction to the study of the synthesis and behavior of inorganic and organometallic compounds. In plain English, it explains the principles of inorganic chemistry and includes worked–out problems to enhance your understanding of the key theories and concepts of the field. Presents information in an effective and straightforward manner Covers topics you′ll encounter in a typical inorganic chemistry course Provides plain–English explanations of complicated concepts If you′re pursuing a career as a nurse, doctor, or engineer or a lifelong learner looking to make sense of this fascinating subject, Inorganic Chemistry For Dummies is the quick and painless way to master inorganic chemistry
Contents at a Glance
Reviewing Some General Chemistry
Introducing Inorganic Chemistry
Following the Leader: Atomic Structure and Periodic Trends
The United States of Oxidation
Gone Fission: Nuclear Chemistry
The ABCs: Acid-Base Chemistry
Rules of Attraction: Chemical Bonding
No Mr. Bond, I Expect You to ð: Covalent Bonding
Molecular Symmetry and Group Theory
Ionic and Metallic Bonding
Clinging to Complex Ions: Coordination Complexes
It’s Elemental: Dining at the Periodic Table
What the H? Hydrogen!
Earning Your Salt: The Alkali and Alkaline Earth Metals
The Main Groups
Bridging Two Sides of the Periodic Table: The Transition Metals
Finding What Lies Beneath: The Lanthanides and Actinides
Special Topics
Not Quite Organic, Not Quite Inorganic: Organometallics
Accelerating Change: Catalysts
Bioinorganic Chemistry: Finding Metals in Living Systems
Living in a Materials World: Solid-State Chemistry
Nanotechnology
The Part of Tens
Ten Nobels
Tools of the Trade: Ten Instrumental Techniques
Ten Experiments
Ten Inorganic Household Products