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The Atoms First approach provides a consistent and logical method for teaching
general chemistry. This approach starts with the fundamental building block of
matter, the atom, and uses it as the stepping stone to understanding more
complex chemistry topics. Once mastery of the nature of atoms and electrons is
achieved, the formation and properties of compounds are developed. Only after
the study of matter and the atom will students have sufficient background to fully
engage in topics such as stoichiometry, kinetics, equilibrium, and
thermodynamics. Thus, the Atoms First method empowers instructors to present
the most complete and compelling story of general chemistry. Far from a simple
re-ordering of topics, this is a book that will truly meet the needs of the growing
atoms-first market.
About the Author
Jason Overby received his B.S. in chemistry and political science from the
University of Tennessee at Martin, his Ph.D. in inorganic chemistry from
Vanderbilt University, and conducted postdoctoral research at Dartmouth
College. Since joining the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at the
College of Charleston, Jason has taught courses from general chemistry to
advanced inorganic chemistry, and conducts research with undergraduates. He is
interested in integrating technology into the classroom, with a particular focus on
adaptive learning.
Dr. Julia Burdge did most of her undergraduate work at Iowa State University,
completing her bachelor’s degree and Master’s degree in inorganic chemistry at
the University of South Florida in Tampa. She earned her Ph.D. in analytical
chemistry at the University of Idaho. Her Master’s and doctoral research involved
the development of chemotherapeutic analogs of cisplatin and the development
of instruments and methods for measuring ultra-trace concentrations of
atmospheric sulfur compounds. Over the past 20 years, she has taught
introductory and advanced courses in every division of the undergraduate
chemistry curriculum, as well as interdisciplinary courses. She also developed and
taught a new introductory chemistry course for pre-service science teachers, and
initiated and served as a mentor in a future faculty development program for
graduate students and post-doctoral associates. She is currently affiliated with the
University of Idaho. --This text refers to an alternate kindle_edition edition.
Table contents:
Chapter 8 Gases
8.1 Properties of Gases
8.2 Pressure
8.3 The Gas Equations
8.4 The Gas Laws
8.5 Gas Mixtures
Chapter 9 Physical Properties of Solutions
9.1 General Properties of Solutions
9.2 Aqueous Solubility
9.3 Solution Concentration
9.4 Solution Composition
9.5 Solution Preparation
9.6 Colligative Properties
Chapter 13 Equilibrium
13.1 Reaction Rates
13.2 Chemical Equilibrium
13.3 Equilibrium Constants
13.4 Factors that Affect Equilibrium
Chapter 15 Biochemistry
15.1 Biologically Important Molecules
15.2 Lipids
15.3 Proteins
15.4 Carbohydrates
15.5 Nucleic Acids
Chapter 17 Electrochemistry
17.1 Balancing Oxidation-Reduction Reactions using the Half-Reaction Method
17.2 Batteries
17.3 Corrosion
17.4 Electrolysis