Introductory Chemistry and CW+ GradeTracker Access Card Package, 2/E
Nivaldo J. Tro

ISBN-10: 0131699555
ISBN-13: 9780131699557

Publisher: Prentice Hall
Copyright: 2006
Format: Kit/Package/ShrinkWrap; 816 pp
Status: Out of Print

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Open Tro to See The Difference from other Intro/Prep Chemistry books.  The innovative problem-solving pedagogy (eg., multi-column worked examples), relevant molecular art, and outstanding media program (including PH GradeAssist, our customizable online homework system) drove Tro to the number 2 spot in the market in only its first edition.  The organization allows optimum flexibility for instructors on topics such as electronic structure and chemical bonding.

I. Improving Conceptual Understanding

  • NEW! Conceptual Checkpoints - These strategically located conceptual questions enhance understanding of chemical principles, encourage students to stop and think about the ideas just presented, and provide a tool for self-assessment. Answers and explanations are given at the end of each chapter.  See page 159.

II. Developing Problem-Solving Skills

  • Solution Maps - Many of the Examples employ a unique visual approach in which students are shown how to draw a solution map for the problem. They are taught to outline the steps, using conversion factors and equations, needed to get from thegiven to the unknown.
    • This helps students to better understand how to solve this type of problem.
  • NEW AND UNIQUE! Two-Column Examples - All but the simplest Examples are presented in a unique two-column format. The left column explains each step, while the rightcolumn shows how the step is executed.  See page 165.
    • This format encourages students tothink about the reason for each step in the solution and to fit the steps together in the context of an overall plan.
  • Skillbuilder Exercises - Every worked Example is followed by at least one similar, but unworked, Skillbuilder problem.
    • This allows students to immediately test themselves on the problem-solving techniques just learned.
  • NEW AND UNIQUE! Three-Column Problem-Solving Procedures - Numerous and specific procedures for solving particular types of problems are presented in a unique three-column format. The first column outlines the problem-solving procedure and explains the reasoning that underlies each step. The second and thirdcolumns show how the steps are implemented for two typical Examples.  See page 172.

III. Visualization: Connecting the Macroscopic and Microscopic Worlds

  • Two-part visual images - These illustrated concepts show a photograph of a real-world object or process, and (either superimposed or shown as a magnified breakout) a depiction of what is taking place on the molecular level.  See pages 50-59.
    • This helps students develop an understanding of molecular chemistry.
  • Molecular illustrations - Many molecular formulas in the text are depicted not only with structural formulas, but also with space-filling drawings of the molecules for greater clarity and vividness.  In addition, micro/macro illustrations are included.  See pages 50-59.
    • Students gain greater insight into microscopic processes and make connections to their macroscopic counterparts.

IV. Creating Interest in Chemistry

  • Chapter Openers - Every chapter opens with a description of an everyday situation or practical application that clearly demonstrates the importance of the material covered in that chapter.  See page 50.
    • They often depict the chemical nature of the situation. These openers often involve topics that are particularly relevant to the lives of students, such as health, consumer, environmental, or societal issues.
  • Interest Boxes - The text includes four types of interest boxes: Everyday Chemistry,Chemistry in the Media, Chemistry in the Environment, and Chemistry and Health.
    • These all help demonstrate the excitement and relevance of chemistry.

V. Review and Assessment

  • UNIQUE! Chapter in Review - Each chapter ends with a review consisting of two sections, the first focusing on chemical principles and the second on chemical skills. Each section is itself divided into two columns.  See pages 175-180.
    • In the Chemical Principles section, one column summarizes the key principles while the other tells why each is important.
    • In the Chemical Skills section, one column describes the key skills while the other contains a worked Example illustrating each skill.
    • This unique treatment reviews all important aspects of the concepts and skills covered in the chapter.
  • MORE Student Exercises - All chapters contain exercises divided into four types: questions, problems, cumulative problems, and highlight problems. In this edition, Tro has included over 200 new exercises at the request of our adopters and reviewers.

  • NEW! Conceptual Checkpoints - These strategically located conceptual questions enhance understanding of chemical principles, encourage students to stop and think about the ideas just presented, andprovide a tool for self-assessment. Answers and explanations are given at the end of each chapter.
  • NEW AND UNIQUE! Two-column Examples - All but the simplest Examples are presented in a unique two-column format. The left column explains each step, while the rightcolumn shows how the step is executed. This format encourages students tothink about the reason for each step in the solution and to fit the steps together in the context of an overall plan.
  • MORE AND UNIQUE! Three-column Problem-Solving Procedures - Numerous and specific procedures for solving particular types of problems are presented in a unique three-column format. The first column outlines the problem-solving procedure and explains the reasoning that underlies each step. The second and third columns show how the steps are implemented for two typical Examples.
  • MORE Student Exercises - All chapters contain exercises divided into four types: questions, problems, cumulative problems, and highlight problems. In this edition, Tro has included over 200 new exercises at the request of our adopters and reviewers.

    • TO THE STUDENT xvi

    TO THE INSTRUCTOR xvii

    PREFACE xix 

     

    Chapter 1: The Chemical World

    Chapter 2: Measurement and Problem Solving.

    Chapter 3: Matter and Energy.

    Chapter 4: Atoms and Elements.

    Chapter 5: Molecules and Compounds.

    Chapter 6: Chemical Composition.

    Chapter 7: Chemical Reactions.

    Chapter 8: Quantities in Chemical Reactions.

    Chapter 9: Electrons in Atoms and the Periodic Table.

    Chapter 10: Chemical Bonding.

    Chapter 11: Gases.

    Chapter 12: Liquids, Solids, and Intermolecular Forces.

    Chapter 13: Solutions.

    Chapter 14: Acids and Bases.

    Chapter 15: Chemical Equilibrium.

    Chapter 16: Oxidation and Reduction.

    Chapter 17: Radioactivity and Nuclear Chemistry.

    Chapter 18: Organic Chemistry.

    Chapter 19: Biochemistry. 

     

    Appendix: Mathematics Review.

    Glossary.

    Answers to Odd-Numbered Exercises.

    Photo credits.

    Index.

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