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Chemistry3: Introducing Inorganic, Organic and Physical Chemistry Paperback – 31 March 2017

4.6 out of 5 stars 269 ratings
Edition: 3rd

Chemistry is widely considered to be the central science: it encompasses concepts from which other branches of science are developed. Yet, for many students entering university, gaining a firm grounding in chemistry is a real challenge. Chemistry³ responds to this challenge, providing students with a full understanding of the fundamental principles of chemistry on which to build later studies. Uniquely amongst the introductory chemistry texts currently available, Chemistry³ is written by a team of chemists to give equal coverage of organic, inorganic and physical chemistry - coverage that is uniformly authoritative. The approach to organic chemistry is mechanistic, rather than the old-fashioned 'functional group' approach, to help students achieve a fuller understanding of the underlying principles. The expertise of the author team is complemented by two specialists in chemistry education, who bring to the book a wealth of experience of teaching chemistry in a way that students enjoy and understand, and who understand the challenges of the transition from school to university. The result is a text that builds on what students know already from school and tackles their misunderstandings and misconceptions, thereby providing a seamless transition from school to undergraduate study. The authors achieve unrivalled accessibility through the provision of carefully-worded explanations and reminders of students' existing knowledge; the introduction of concepts in a logical and progressive manner; and the use of annotated diagrams and step-by-step worked examples. Students are encouraged to engage with the text and appreciate the central role that chemistry plays in our lives through the unique use of real-world context and photographs. Chemistry³ tackles head-on two issues pervading chemistry education: students' mathematical skills, and their ability to see the subject as a single, unified discipline. Instead of avoiding the maths, Chemistry³ provides structured support, in the form of careful explanations, reminders of key mathematical concepts, step-by-step calculations in worked examples, and a Maths Toolkit, to help students get to grips with the essential mathematical element of chemistry. Frequent cross-references highlight the connections between each strand of chemistry and explain the relationship between the topics, so students can develop an understanding of the subject as a whole.

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It is a great textbook for first year courses with really good use of visual aids and excellent provision of worked examples to illustrate the concepts and their applications. It is a perfect transition from A-Level to Higher Education Chemistry. ― Dr Rossana Wright, University of Nottingham

Chemistry3 is the best introductory chemistry textbook currently available. It is well written, excels in clarity of presentation, and is an outstanding book from the student learning perspective. All of the concepts covered are well explained and supported by excellent artwork. This is a book that all first and second year chemistry undergraduates should have. ―
Dr Gareth Owen, University of South Wales

This is an exemplar modern chemistry resource with a very rounded pedagogical approach to engaging students and supporting staff in delivering key chemical concepts and supporting facts. It is a one stop shop for mainstream chemistry fundamentals. ―
Dr Loretta M. Murphy, Bangor University

A fantastic all-round reference for university-level chemistry. It is a perfect way to bridge between school and university. ―
Adam Stubbs, student at Newcastle University

Chemistry3 is the best university chemistry text book for first and second year science students. It is comprehensive and contains all the fundamentals for chemists to know- from analytical to organic chemistry. It is also a student friendly book with tons of pictures and applications of chemistry in the real world. ―
Christian Nichol J. Geronimo, student at Dublin Institute of Technology

This material is fantastic and should be used alongside courses. The level of detail is exactly right for undergraduate courses and the colour coding of the boxes for worked examples and summaries make them really easy to find. There are lots of questions for you to have a go at which makes it easy to practice the new skills the book is helping to teach. ―
Rebecca Snelgrove, student at Keele University

Plenty of facts and figures are scattered throughout the text which makes reading not solely an educational, but also a fun activity. The examples of real life chemistry applications maintain the connection between theory and practice. The interdisciplinary approach provides a broader chemical understanding while not losing the comprehensiveness of the book. In short, a good all-in-one textbook for first-year students in chemistry. ―
Jelte van der Valk, student at the University of Groningen, the Netherlands

The topics are very thoroughly explained and are at exactly the right level for the student. There are many great examples illustrating the topics. It is a great book to read and study from as a student starting university. This is definitely a book I would buy, read and return to, when I needed an explanation for some basic chemistry. ―
Michelle Rasmussen, student at the University of Roskilde, Denmark

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`It is a great textbook for first year courses with really good use of visual aids and excellent provision of worked examples to illustrate the concepts and their applications. It is a perfect transition from A-Level to Higher Education Chemistry.' Dr Rossana Wright, University of Nottingham`Chemistry3 is the best introductory chemistry textbook currently available. It is well written, excels in clarity of presentation, and is an outstanding book from the student learning perspective. All of the concepts covered are well explained and supported by excellent artwork. This is a book that all first and second year chemistry undergraduates should have.' Dr Gareth Owen, University of South Wales`This is an exemplar modern chemistry resource with a very rounded pedagogical approach to engaging students and supporting staff in delivering key chemical concepts and supporting facts. It is a one stop shop for mainstream chemistry fundamentals.' Dr Loretta M. Murphy, Bangor University`A fantastic all-round reference for university-level chemistry. It is a perfect way to bridge between school and university.' Adam Stubbs, student at Newcastle University`Chemistry3 is the best university chemistry text book for first and second year science students. It is comprehensive and contains all the fundamentals for chemists to know- from analytical to organic chemistry. It is also a student friendly book with tons of pictures and applications of chemistry in the real world.' Christian Nichol J. Geronimo, student at Dublin Institute of Technology`This material is fantastic and should be used alongside courses. The level of detail is exactly right for undergraduate courses and the colour coding of the boxes for worked examples and summaries make them really easy to find. There are lots of questions for you to have a go at which makes it easy to practice the new skills the book is helping to teach.' Rebecca Snelgrove, student at Keele University`Plenty of facts and figures are scattered throughout the text which makes reading not solely an educational, but also a fun activity. The examples of real life chemistry applications maintain the connection between theory and practice. The interdisciplinary approach provides a broader chemical understanding while not losing the comprehensiveness of the book. In short, a good all-in-one textbook for first-year students in chemistry.' Jelte van der Valk, student at the University of Groningen, the Netherlands`The topics are very thoroughly explained and are at exactly the right level for the student. There are many great examples illustrating the topics. It is a great book to read and study from as a student starting university. This is definitely a book I would buy, read and return to, when I needed an explanation for some basic chemistry.' Michelle Rasmussen, student at the University of Roskilde, Denmark

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Oxford University Press UK
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ 31 March 2017
  • Edition ‏ : ‎ 3rd
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 1440 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0198733801
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0198733805
  • Item weight ‏ : ‎ 2.88 kg
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 27.43 x 5.33 x 21.84 cm
  • Customer Reviews:
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  • Akhilesh K.
    5.0 out of 5 stars thumbs up !
    Reviewed in the United States on 22 April 2014
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    An absolute delight of a book ... written really clearly and although in an Indian context the inorganic coverage is smaller , it will make ur study from other sources much rewarding if u study it first from here . Physical is wonderful but the highlight Is the mechanistic coverage of organic chemistry . Read this organic and delve deeper into any book and that book will become so rewarding with the background of this one . One last point .- the figures are absolutely wonderful in this book ... Almost explains all the concepts visually ... an amazing and effective learning aid
  • Paulo A. Borelli
    5.0 out of 5 stars excellent text
    Reviewed in Brazil on 11 November 2015
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    Very descriptive, comprehensive and clear at the same time! Great exercises and wonderful organization. Chemistry is explained in a very natural way.
  • Rose Kurian
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    Good book
  • John
    5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant text for the 'basics' of Chemistry
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 24 September 2015
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    About to start degree chem, and I have to say this is a great textbook, presents the info in a very nice manner so its easy to read as well as understand. It's also written in such a way to flow from one section to the next (for example from physical chemistry into organic chemistry of the same topic), rather than how it usually is broken up between completely separate textbooks, making things much more understandable and all-encompassing.

    The only complaint I have is that it can rush through things quickly, however given the size of the text and how much it covers, this in understandable, and if your willing to spend enough times with the questions it gives, isn't a problem, thuis the text still gets the full monty 5 star.
  • Börti
    2.0 out of 5 stars nicht für Kindle unter Windows 8
    Reviewed in Germany on 15 November 2015
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    Also, long story short: Hätte mir vorher jemand mal gesagt, dass es einen Unterschied zwischen "Kindle-für-Windows8" und "Kindle-für-PC" gibt, dann hätte ich schneller eingesehen (vor ablauf der 14Tage Rückgabefrist), dass ich das Chemie-Buch NICHT gemütlich auf meinem Smartphone mit der Kindle-für-Win8 App unterwegs lesen kann, anders als viele andere Bücher. Das Buch taucht zwar im "Archive" der Kindle-App auf, kann aber nicht heruntergeladen werden (Kindle-App Smartphone: "Download failed"; "Error, there was a problem with processing your request"; Kindle App auf PC: "Dieser Titel ist für Kindle unter Windows 8 nicht verfügbar"). Dass es da noch DAVON UNABHÄNGIG eine Kindle-für-PC SOFTWARE gibt, dahinter bin ich erst nach dem Wälzen diverser online-foren kommen... Aus diesen Foren habe ich auch entnehmen können, dass für diesen "Zustand" der Herausgeber (Rechte Vergabe) und nicht Amazon verantwortlich ist. Deswegen hier die schlechte Kritik. Wenn man brav legal ein elektronisches Buch erwirbt, dann sollte man es auch bitte auf jedem Kindle-Medium lesen dürfen.
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    Börti
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    nicht für Kindle unter Windows 8

    Reviewed in Germany on 15 November 2015
    Also, long story short: Hätte mir vorher jemand mal gesagt, dass es einen Unterschied zwischen "Kindle-für-Windows8" und "Kindle-für-PC" gibt, dann hätte ich schneller eingesehen (vor ablauf der 14Tage Rückgabefrist), dass ich das Chemie-Buch NICHT gemütlich auf meinem Smartphone mit der Kindle-für-Win8 App unterwegs lesen kann, anders als viele andere Bücher. Das Buch taucht zwar im "Archive" der Kindle-App auf, kann aber nicht heruntergeladen werden (Kindle-App Smartphone: "Download failed"; "Error, there was a problem with processing your request"; Kindle App auf PC: "Dieser Titel ist für Kindle unter Windows 8 nicht verfügbar"). Dass es da noch DAVON UNABHÄNGIG eine Kindle-für-PC SOFTWARE gibt, dahinter bin ich erst nach dem Wälzen diverser online-foren kommen... Aus diesen Foren habe ich auch entnehmen können, dass für diesen "Zustand" der Herausgeber (Rechte Vergabe) und nicht Amazon verantwortlich ist. Deswegen hier die schlechte Kritik. Wenn man brav legal ein elektronisches Buch erwirbt, dann sollte man es auch bitte auf jedem Kindle-Medium lesen dürfen.
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