This book is written to show students how chemists think by explaining rather that just presenting information. Real-world applications of chemistry and guest essays relate topics to students' everyday lives. A dynamic, full-color art program helps students visualize molecular structure and interactions, and compare macroscopic, microscopic and symbolic views. Revisions include a chapter on polymers, revised problem sets, updated content and reorganizing material.

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