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Molecules (Scientific American Library)
Dale Atkins Manufacturer: Times Books ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover Similar Items:
ASIN: 0716750198 |
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A really neat book!!.......2000-10-06
Explains the basics of chemistry better than anyone else.......1999-10-26
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Chemistry: Molecules, Matter and Change
Peter Atkins , and Loretta Jones Manufacturer: W. H. Freeman ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover Similar Items:
ASIN: 0716735954 |
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Acceptable First Year College Chemistry Book.......2004-06-05
This is not a good book.......2004-03-31
Good for its target audience.......2004-03-02
Some more recent and more positive reviews of this text are strangely under the older edition of this text (General Chemistry by Atkins and Beran).
So many hours I have struggled.........2000-08-16
Great book for learning chemistry.......2000-05-19
This is by far the best general chemistry textbook I have ever seen if you are interested in students really learning concepts. Instead of glossing over the concepts, the authors introduce a rationale for learning a topic, help students to visualize it, then show how concepts are connected to problem-solving in the toolboxes. Finally, the worked examples have explicit strategies for every problem, which helps students to understand what they are doing when working the problem. They can then test themselves on the self-tests.
The book has a large number of interesting case studies that some students really like, especially if they are majoring in another subject. My students also liked the summaries at the ends of the sections and the checklist at the ends of the chapters.
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Atkins' Molecules
Peter Atkins Manufacturer: Cambridge University Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0521535360 |
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In this new edition of the book that was called "the most beautiful chemistry book ever written," Peter Atkins reveals the molecules responsible for the experiences of our everyday life in fabrics, drugs, plastics, explosives, detergents, fragrances, tastes, and sex. Atkins gives a non-technical account of a range of aspects of the world around us, revealing unexpected connections and insight into how it can be understood in terms of the atoms and molecules from which it is built. This new edition has dozens of new molecules, new graphic presentations, and a more accessible account of the molecules themselves. Peter Atkins is SmithKline Beecham Fellow and Tutor in Physical Chemistry at Oxford University. Atkins' research includes the fields of theoretical chemistry, particularly magnetic resonance and the electromagnetic properties of molecules. He spends virtually all his time writing books, which range from bestselling college textbooks to books on science for general audiences, including Galileo's Finger (Oxford, 2003); The Periodic Kingdom (Basic Books, 1997); The Second Law (W.H. Freeman, 1995); and Atoms, Electrons, and Change (W.H. Freeman, 1991). Previous Edition Paperback (W.H. Freeman, 1995) 0-7167-2928-8Customer Reviews:
Interesting. Essential book for chemistry teachers and students.......2006-02-17
Explores the molecule nature of life.......2004-02-06
Ironically, the reason is not so much in the drawings of the molecules, but in the text. Peter Atkins covers a wide range of interesting molecules and shows how they are related, and he makes their properties semi-accessible to the general reader. I say, "semi" because, frankly for this chemistry-challenged person, seeing two-dimensional shapes of the molecules helps me to understand them only slightly. I suspect for those more conversant with chemistry, the drawings (new for this edition) will be valuable. To me, the mystery of why a certain shape and elemental composition should result in a nutritious substance whereas something else with only the slightest change should be poisonous is not dispelled.
He begins with "Simple substances," oxygen molecules, nitrogen, our air and its pollutants. He ends with the very complex DNA and RNA. Along the way he enlightens us about so many of the chemicals and foods and consumer products we use in our daily lives from soaps and gasoline to fats and oils, to painkillers and street drugs. His style is very readable and he has the welcome knack of being informative about interesting things. Here are some examples:
Baking power releases carbon dioxide to leaven baked goods in two separate bursts. "The first burst occurs at room temperature as a result of the action of the moistened tartaric acid...The second...is due to the action of the aluminum salt, and it occurs at high temperature." (p. 24)
One of the differences between synthetic and natural vanilla (vanillin) is that the natural is "weakly radioactive," the former having been made from coal tar, "from which the radioactivity has long decayed," while the latter picks up some radioactive carbon-14 atoms captured from the atmosphere during photosynthesis. (p. 154) (Of course natural vanilla is also more expensive.)
Lemons originally came from northern India and were introduced into the Mediterranean region about a thousand years ago. (p. 155)
"Initially, a young white wine may have a greenish hue from the chlorophyll...molecules that survive fermentation." (p. 176)
Window glass allows UV-A rays to pass through but blocks UV-B rays. (p. 180) I had always wondered about this because I had gotten conflicting information from different sources.
There's a Glossary and many full color illustrations and photos on glossy paper in addition to the color-coded drawings of the molecules, some of which are very beautiful. There's an Introduction in which Atkins explains the difference between elements and molecules, between atoms and compounds, and differentiates between the bonds between atoms and the forces that hold molecules together.
Great organic chemistry book.......2003-11-22
Never buy an Atkins Book.......2003-11-05
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Chemistry: Molecules, Matter, & Change
P. W. Atkins , and Loretta Jones Manufacturer: W.H. Freeman & Company ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: 0716729881 |
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A Chemistry Teacher for AP & IB with 12 years experience.......2004-07-20
You'll flunk your chemistry course for sure..........1999-04-06
Chloric acid???.......1998-08-23
Large amount of material, but riddled with errors........1998-06-29
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Solutions Manual for Chemistry: Molecules Matter and Change, Fourth Edition
Julie Henderleiter , Charles Trapp , Loretta Jones , and Peter Atkins Manufacturer: W. H. Freeman ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0716734370 |
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Chemistry & CD-Rom & General Chemistry in the Laboratory: Molecules, Matter, and Change
Loretta Jones , and Peter Atkins Manufacturer: W. H. Freeman ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: 0716736977 |
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Chemistry: Molecules W/Lab Manu
Edward Atkins Manufacturer: W.H. Freeman & Company ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: 0716731576 |
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Chemistry: Molecules, Matter, and Change & CD-Rom & Study Guide
Loretta Jones , and Peter Atkins Manufacturer: W. H. Freeman ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 0716736705 |
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Student's Solutions Manual for Atkins and Jones's Chemistry: Molecules, Matter, and Change
Charles Trapp Manufacturer: W H Freeman & Co (Sd) ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0716728036 |
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pristine work of solutions.......2000-09-12
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Study Guide for Atkins and Jones's Chemistry: Molecules, Matter, and Change
David Becker Manufacturer: W.H. Freeman & Company ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 0716730324 |
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The Seismicity of Egypt, Arabia and the Red Sea: A Historical Review
N. N. Ambraseys , C. P. Melville , and R. D. Adams Manufacturer: Cambridge University Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 0521020255 |
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This book provides a catalog of earthquakes that have occurred in Egypt, Arabia, the Red Sea region, and the surrounding areas of Libya, Sudan, and Ethiopia from the earliest times (184 BC) to the present day. By careful and intensive study of historical sources and a review of the instrumental data of this century, the authors describe each earthquake as fully as possible and analyze each in a geographical and historical context. They further scrutinize the completeness of the earthquake catalog over time and examine the range of sources and the problems associated with such historical records.
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The Physics of Multiply and Highly Charged Ions: Volume 1: Sources, Applications and Fundamental Processes
Manufacturer: Springer ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: 1402015658 |
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This book is the first in a series of two volumes providing an introduction and comprehensive review of the physics of highly charged ions. Dealing with sources, applications and fundamental processes, it covers a wide range of topics varying from cancer therapy to tests of quantum electrodynamics. Fusion related processes and those pertaining to astrophysics receive comprehensive coverage as well as theoretical and experimental treatments of the fundamental processes in which highly charged ions can become involved. All of these subjects are covered and the newest findings are reviewed.
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Redbone: Money, Malice, and Murder in Atlanta
Ron Stodghill Manufacturer: Amistad ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover Similar Items:
ASIN: 0060897155 Release Date: 2007-02-20 |
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At forty–one, Lance Herndon is at the top of his game. A self–made millionaire, he is the owner of ACCESS, Inc., a thriving information systems consulting company. As a prominent member of Atlanta's young, wealthy, and powerful set, he is surrounded by black Atlanta's "beautiful people" whom he wines and dines with finesse. But when he fails to show up for work one day, friends and family start worrying. Their worry soon turns to horror when he is found murdered in his own home, his head smashed in –– in what appears to be either an act of jealous–fueled rage or a seedier sex crime. Now, with a laundry list of ex–wives and lovers, competitors, critics and admirers in hand, detectives must break through the city's upper crust to discover his killer.
Part investigative thriller, part social commentary in the tradition of Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil, Redbone offers a truly intriguing story that channels insight into one of America's great metropolises.
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suspensfully challenged.......2007-05-14
Redbone: Money, Malice and Murder in Atlanta.......2007-04-01
interesting true crime book .......2007-03-21
True Crime Lover.......2007-03-20
book lover.......2007-03-16
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At Redbones (CSU poetry series)
Thylias Moss Manufacturer: Cleveland State Univ Poetry Center ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 0914946730 |
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Broamz Chrome & Redbones
Thrill Da Playa Cdhbas 6910 Manufacturer: HOME BASS RECORDS ProductGroup: Book Binding: Audio CD ASIN: 6307903759 |
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Redbone
Barry F. Bryant Manufacturer: Trafford Publishing ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 1553957962 Release Date: 2006-07-06 |
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Redbone is a financially ailing businessman that finds himself in the world of drugs. He reasons with addicts to repair their self-destructive behaviour.
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Redbone Recipes: Favorites from Friends of the Redbone
Sue Moret , Mindy Rich , and Jeanie Morris Manufacturer: Redbone, Inc ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: B000J41L4Q |
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Redbones of Louisiana
Don C. Marler Manufacturer: Dogwood Pub Co ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 1887745211 |
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Great Academic Book - A Must for Researchers.......2004-06-01
While his book does not answer all questions about Redbones-nor does it
document all their history and culture-it is a first step toward
reaching these goals. Dr. Brent Kennedy, author of THE MELUNGEONS:
RESURRECTION OF A PROUD PEOPLE, wrote the Foreword to the book and
described it (and one of Marler's earlier books, THE CHERRY WINCHE
COUNTRY) as "groundbreaking" works in understanding Redbone culture.
People of Redbone heritage have historically resented the name, knowing
only that it was used as a term of derision. In recent years, however,
they have begun to use it with the same pride that Acadians now view the
term Cajun. Redbones of Louisiana is the first comprehensive history of
these mystery people. It is written in a positive, sympathetic vein that
nevertheless does not sugarcoat any aspect of the history. It should be
of interest to anyone interested in local history and the genealogy of
Redbones. The book is well documented and written in a scholarly manner;
yet, is very readable. As one having ties to the Redbone community I
found the book extremely helpful.
Carolyn Bales
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The man in the fedora makes songs of bygone era feel fresh.(Entertainment)(Leon Redbone takes his audiences on a trip down Tin Pan Alley) : An article from: The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR)
Manufacturer: The Register Guard ProductGroup: Book Binding: Digital ASIN: B0009GLD7Y Release Date: 2005-08-01 |
Book Description
This digital document is an article from The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR), published by The Register Guard on September 3, 2004. The length of the article is 989 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.
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Voice for the voiceless: RedBone, a press for LGBT writers of color, rises from the ashes to make a mark in publishing.(Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, ... ): An article from: Black Issues Book Review
Reginald Harris Manufacturer: Thomson Gale ProductGroup: Book Binding: Digital ASIN: B000BYA366 Release Date: 2005-11-01 |
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This digital document is an article from Black Issues Book Review, published by Thomson Gale on September 1, 2005. The length of the article is 2053 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.
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Bibliographical aids
Lorraine Malone Williams Manufacturer: Author ProductGroup: Book Binding: Unknown Binding ASIN: B0007KEW02 |
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The Cherry Winche country: Origins of the Redbones : and, theWestport Fight
Webster Talma Crawford Manufacturer: Dogwood Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Unknown Binding ASIN: B0006P7N68 |
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