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Introductory Chemistry: An Active Learning Approach

Mark S. Cracolice, Edward I. Peters

ISBN #9781305079250

6th Edition

1,627 Questions

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Summary

Introductory Chemistry: An Active Learning Approach is a comprehensive textbook that lays a strong foundation in chemical principles while fostering an engaging, hands-on learning experience. The book begins with the historical evolution of chemistry and the scientific method, gradually guiding students through fundamental topics such as matter, energy, atomic theories, and chemical reactions, and progressing towards more advanced areas like quantum models, nuclear processes, and organic and biochemistry. Emphasizing practical applications and problem-solving, it integrates experiments, calculations, and real-world examples to demystify complex concepts. Though it lacks traditional narrative characters, the active learner is at the heart of the journey, transforming abstract theories into tangible, relevant knowledge for both academic and industrial settings.

Chapters & Topics Covered

Chapter 1

Introduction to Chemistry and Introduction to Active Learning

Chapter 2

Matter and Energy

Chapter 3

Measurement and Chemical Calculations

Chapter 4

Introduction to Gases

Chapter 5

Atomic Theory: The Nuclear Model of the Atom

Chapter 6

Chemical Nomenclature

Chapter 7

Chemical Formula Relationships

Chapter 8

Chemical Reactions

Chapter 9

Chemical Change

Chapter 10

Quantity Relationships in Chemical Reactions

Chapter 11

Atomic Theory: The Quantum Model of the Atom

Chapter 12

Chemical Bonding

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Chapter 13

Structure and Shape

Chapter 14

The Ideal Gas Law and Its Applications

Chapter 15

Gases, Liquids, and Solids

Chapter 16

Solutions

Chapter 17

Acid–Base (Proton Transfer) Reactions

Chapter 18

Chemical Equilibrium

Chapter 19

Oxidation–Reduction (Electron Transfer) Reactions

Chapter 20

Nuclear Chemistry

Chapter 21

Organic Chemistry

Chapter 22

Biochemistry

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Which of the following applies to the electron? (a) Charge $=1-$ (b) Mass $=1 \mathrm{u}$ (c) Charge $=0$ (d) Mass $=0 \mathrm{u}$ (e) Charge $=1+$

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How many grams of ammonium nitrate must be weighed out to make 415 g of a $58.0 \%$ by mass solution? In how many milliliters of water should it be dissolved?

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Pure bromine trifluoride decomposes to its elements.

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A student weighs out a 4.80 -g sample of aluminum bromide, transfers it to a 100 -mL volumetric flask, adds enough water to dissolve it, and then adds water to the 100 -mL mark. What is the molarity of aluminum bromide in the resulting solution?

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Problem 5

How many covalent bond(s) would the element tellurium ( $\mathrm{Z}=52$ ) be expected to form in order to obey the octet rule? Use the octet rule to predict the formula of the compound that would form between tellurium and hydrogen, if the molecule contains only one tellurium atom and only single bonds are formed.

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What volume of concentrated sulfuric acid, which is 18 molar, is required to obtain 5.19 mole of the acid?

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