Introduction to Chemical Principles

For one-semester courses in Introductory/ Preparatory Chemistry. Written for students who have had little or no previous instruction in chemistry, or for those who need a thorough review, this interesting and informative text gives readers the background (and confidence) needed for subsequent success in a college-level general chemistry course. Honing selected portions for greater clarity in presentation, Stoker's book foregoes the multi-topic, watered down version of its counterparts by zeroing in on a smaller number of select topics, treating them extensively, and helping students understand them in greater depth.* NEW - 17 vignettes on The Human Side of Chemistry - Brief biographies of scientists who helped develop the foundations of modern chemistry. * Enables students to connect with the people aspect of chemistry, and understand how the significant contributions of certain individuals helped make chemistry the exciting and central science it is today. * NEW - A Chemical Extension application - Adds perspective to worked-out examples that center on specific compounds. Focuses on the chemical compound itself - its relationship to the environment, its relationship to liv