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General Chemistry: Principles and Modern Applications

Ralph H. Petrucci, F. Geoffrey Herring, Jeffry D. Madura, Carey Bissonnette

ISBN #9780132931281

11th Edition

3,230 Questions

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Summary

General Chemistry: Principles and Modern Applications is a comprehensive textbook that lays a solid foundation in essential chemical concepts while seamlessly integrating modern applications and problem-solving techniques. The book systematically introduces topics ranging from the measurement and properties of matter through atomic theory, chemical bonding, and periodic trends, all the way to complex subjects like thermodynamics, kinetics, and electrochemistry. It builds a logical progression from basic principles to advanced discussions on reaction mechanisms, organic syntheses, and nuclear as well as coordination chemistry, offering both theoretical insights and practical computational tools. Unique in its breadth and clarity, the text serves as an invaluable resource for students aiming to master the fundamental and applied aspects of chemistry.

Chapters & Topics Covered

Chapter 1

Matter: Its Properties and Measurement

Chapter 2

Atoms and the Atomic Theory

Chapter 3

Chemical Compounds

Chapter 4

Chemical Reactions

Chapter 5

Introduction to Reactions in Aqueous Solutions

Chapter 6

Gases

Chapter 7

Thermochemistry

Chapter 8

Electrons in Atoms

Chapter 9

The Periodic Table and Some Atomic Properties

Chapter 10

Chemical Bonding I: Basic Concepts

Chapter 11

Chemical Bonding II: Valence Bond and Molecular Orbital Theories

Chapter 12

Intermolecular Forces: Liquids and Solids

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Chapter 13

Spontaneous Change: Entropy and Gibbs Energy

Chapter 14

Solutions and Their Physical Properties

Chapter 15

Principles of Chemical Equilibrium

Chapter 16

Acids and Bases

Chapter 17

Additional Aspects of Acid–Base Equilibria

Chapter 18

Solubility and Complex-Ion Equilibria

Chapter 19

Electrochemistry

Chapter 20

Chemical Kinetics

Chapter 21

Chemistry of the Main-Group Elements I: Groups 1, 2, 13, and 14

Chapter 22

Chemistry of the Main-Group Elements II: Groups 18, 17, 16, 15, and Hydrogen

Chapter 23

The Transition Elements

Chapter 24

Complex Ions and Coordination Compounds

Chapter 25

Nuclear Chemistry

Chapter 26

Structures of Organic Compounds

Chapter 27

Reactions of Organic Compounds

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Problem 1

Calculate the final temperature that results when (a) a 12.6 g sample of water at $22.9^{\circ} \mathrm{C}$ absorbs $875 \mathrm{J}$ of heat; (b) a 1.59 kg sample of platinum at $78.2^{\circ} \mathrm{C}$ gives off $1.05 \mathrm{kcal}$ of heat $\left(c_{p}=0.032 \mathrm{cal} \mathrm{g}^{-1} \mathrm{C}^{-1}\right)$

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Problem 2

What are the principal reasons that one theory might be adopted over a conflicting one?

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Problem 3

Which of the following is moderately soluble both in water and in benzene, $\mathrm{C}_{6} \mathrm{H}_{6}(\mathrm{l}),$ and why? (a) 1 -butanol, $\mathrm{CH}_{3}\left(\mathrm{CH}_{2}\right)_{2} \mathrm{CH}_{2} \mathrm{OH} ;$ (b) naphthalene, $\mathrm{C}_{10} \mathrm{H}_{8} ;$ (c) hexane, $\mathrm{C}_{6} \mathrm{H}_{14} ;$ (d) $\mathrm{NaCl}(\mathrm{s})$.

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Problem 4

Calculate the quantity of heat, in kilojoules, (a) required to raise the temperature of 9.25 Lof water from 22.0 to $29.4^{\circ} \mathrm{C} ;$ (b) associated with a $33.5^{\circ} \mathrm{C}$ decrease in temperature in a $5.85 \mathrm{kg}$ aluminum bar (specific heat capacity of aluminum $=0.903 \mathrm{Jg}^{-1} \mathrm{C}^{-1}$ ).

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Problem 5

Convert each pressure to an equivalent pressure in atmospheres. (a) $736 \mathrm{mmHg} ;$ (b) 0.776 bar; (c) 892 Torr; (d) 225 kPa.

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Problem 6

When an iron object rusts, its mass increases. When a match burns, its mass decreases. Do these observations violate the law of conservation of mass? Explain.

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