The second edition of Peer-Led Team Learning General Chemistry maintains the underlying philosophy and approach of the first edition, i.e., active learning in peer-led groups engages students in the process of learning chemistry. This engagement results in improved understanding of chemistry concepts and the process of science. The peer-led group model also helps students develop the communication and teamwork skills that are critical in the twenty-first century workplace.
Unit 1 The Search for Elements 1
Unit 2 Atoms and Subatomic Structure 17
Unit 3 Introduction to Stoichiometry 29
Unit 4 Strategies for Stoichiometry 41
Unit 5 Ions in Solution 53
Unit 6 Gases: Nature, Laws and Applications 65
Unit 7 Thermochemistry 77
Unit 8 Energy and the Hydrogen Atom 91
Unit 9 Building Atoms with Quantum Leaps 105
Unit 10 Covalent Bonding 117
Unit 11 The Structure of Molecules 125
Unit 12 Oxidation-Reduction Reactions 137
Unit 13 Solutions 149
Unit 14 Chemical Kinetics: Concepts and Models 163
Unit 15 Rate Data and Rate Equations 175
Unit 16 The Transition State and Catalysis 187
Unit 17 Equilibrium Concepts 203
Unit 18 Introduction to Acids and Bases 217
Unit 19 The Acid-Base Concept 231
Unit 20 Buffers and Titrations 241
Unit 21 Solubility Equilibria 251
Unit 22 Entropy Concepts 265
Unit 23 Enthalpy, Entropy, and Free Energy Calculations 275
Unit 24 Electrochemistry 291
