{"product_id":"inorganic-chemistry-for-dummies-isbn-9781118217948","title":"Inorganic Chemistry For Dummies","description":"\u003cb\u003eThe easy way to get a grip on inorganic chemistry\u003c\/b\u003e  \u003cp\u003eInorganic 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, \u003ci\u003eInorganic Chemistry For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e is the approachable, hands-on guide you can trust for fast, easy learning.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eInorganic Chemistry For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePresents information in an effective and straightforward manner\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCovers topics you'll encounter in a typical inorganic chemistry course\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvides plain-English explanations of complicated concepts\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf you're pursuing a career as a nurse, doctor, or engineer or a lifelong learner looking to make sense of this fascinating subject, \u003ci\u003eInorganic Chemistry For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e is the quick and painless way to master inorganic chemistry.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I: Reviewing Some General Chemistry 7\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 1: Introducing Inorganic Chemistry 9\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 2: Following the Leader: Atomic Structure and Periodic Trends 21\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 3: The United States of Oxidation 39\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 4: Gone Fission: Nuclear Chemistry 53\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 5: The ABCs: Acid-Base Chemistry 69\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II: Rules of Attraction: Chemical Bonding 81\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 6: No Mr. Bond, I Expect You to π: Covalent Bonding 83\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 7: Molecular Symmetry and Group Theory 101\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 8: Ionic and Metallic Bonding 121\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 9: Clinging to Complex Ions: Coordination Complexes 143\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III: It’s Elemental: Dining at the Periodic Table 159\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 10: What the H? 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