Inorganic Chemistry For Dummies

The quick and painless way to master inorganic chemistry

Inorganic chemistry can be an intimidating subject, but Inorganic Chemistry For Dummies makes it a little less daunting. Whether you're currently enrolled in an inorganic chemistry class, or you have a background in chemistry and want to expand your knowledge, this book provides an approachable, hands-on guide that helps make sense of some of the most difficult concepts. From the periodic table to nanotechnology and everything in between, you get a more thorough understanding of key theories and concepts.

• Inorganic Chemistry 101 — get an easy-to-understand intro to inorganic chemistry, from atoms and oxidation to nuclear chemistry and acid base chemistry
• Bond, chemical bond — discover the various ways atoms can bond with one another, like covalent bonding and ionic and metallic bonding
• It's elemental — dive into easily digestible chapters that break down and make sense of the elements of the periodic table and what they contribute to inorganic chemistry
• Live in a materials world — find out how inorganic chemistry became a modern science and the many ways it's contributed to the technology revolution and the modern world we live in

Open the book and find:

• The scoop on chemical bonding
• Key groups in the periodic table
• The lowdown on atomic structure and periodic trends
• Molecular symmetry and group theory
• An overview of nanotechnology today
• Inorganic chemistry experiments you can try at home
• Ten of the most important Nobel Prizes that were awarded to chemists

Learn to:

• Grasp difficult concepts with ease
• Make sense of inorganic and organometallic compounds
• Score high in your inorganic chemistry course

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.