Pauling, Linus
General Chemistry
- ISBN 13:
- 9780486656229
- author:
- Pauling, Linus
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Dover Publications Inc.
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2003
- Pages:
- 992
- Dimensions:
- 21.44 x 13.67 x 4.72 centimetres
- Genre:
- Chemistry
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
A comprehensive introduction to general chemistry, this textbook presents the subject in terms of unifying principles rather than as a collection of unrelated facts. Dr. Pauling's approach combines modern theories of atomic and molecular structure with descriptive chemistry, allowing students to understand the properties of substances and their chemical behavior. The book covers key topics such as quantum mechanics, statistical mechanics, and thermodynamics, with an emphasis on correlation between theoretical concepts and observed properties. The third edition has been revised to maintain a balance between theoretical and descriptive material, while introducing new connections between atomic structure and electronegativity. This extensively updated textbook provides a solid foundation for students of chemistry, making it an excellent resource for those looking to understand the underlying principles of the subject.
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