· Title: Instant Notes – Inorganic Chemistry · Author: P.A. Cox · Edition: Softcover · Publisher: BIOS Scientific Publishers / Springer-Verlag (New York) · Copyright: 2000 · Printing: 2000 · Dimensions in inches: 9.6 x 6.75 x 0.7 (261 pages) · ISBN: 0-387-91604-0 Instant Notes Inorganic Chemistry provides concise yet comprehensive coverage of inorganic chemistry at an undergraduate level, providing easy access to the core information in the field. The book covers all the important areas in inorganic chemistry in a format which is ideal for learning and rapid revision, each topic begins with a summary of the facts, followed by detailed explanations and illustrations. Outline format. If you are studying inorganic chemistry and need an easy-to-understand text, then Instant Notes Inorganic Chemistry is the lifeline you need to help you understand the subject and pass the course. Contents: ATOMIC STRUCTURE - The nuclear atom - Atomic orbitals - Many-electron atoms - The periodic table - Trends in atomic properties INTRODUCTION TO INORGANIC SUBSTANCES - Electronegativity and bond type - Chemical periodicity - Stability and reactivity - Oxidation and reduction - Describing inorganic compounds STRUCTURE AND BONDING IN MOLECULES - Electron pair bonds - Molecular shapes: VSEPR - Molecular orbitals: Homonuclear diatomics - Molecular orbitals: Heteronuclear diatomics - Molecular orbitals: Polyatomics - Rings and clusters - Bond strength - Lewis acids and bases - Molecules in condensed phases STRUCTURES AND BONDING IN SOLIDS - Introduction to solids - Element structures - Binary compounds: Simple structures - Binary compounds: Factors influencing structure - More complex solids - Lattice energies - Electrical and optical properties of solids CHEMISTRY IN SOLUTIONS - Solvent types and properties - Bronsted acids and bases - Complex formation - Solubility of ionic substances - Electrode potentials CHEMISTRY OF NONMETALS - Introduction to nonmetals - Hydrogen - Boron - Carbon, silicon and germanium - Nitrogen - Phosphorus, arsenic and antimony - Oxygen - Sulfur, selenium and tellurium - Halogens - Noble gases NON-TRANSITION METALS - Introduction to non-transition metals - Group 1: Alkali metals - Group 2: Alkaline earths - Group 12: Zinc, cadmium and mercury - Group 13: Aluminum to thallium - Group 14: Tin and lead CHEMISTRY OF TRANSITION METALS - Introduction to transition metals - Ligand field theory - 3d series: aqueous ions - 3d series solid compounds - 4d and 5d series - Complexes: Structure and isomerism - Complexes: Kinetics and mechanism - Complexes: Electronic spectra and magnetism - Complexes: “pi” acceptor ligands - Organometallic compounds LANTHANIDES AND ACTINIDES - Lanthanum and the lanthanides - Actinium and the actinides ENVIRONMENTAL, BIOLOGICAL AND INDUSTRIAL ASPECTS - Origin and abundance of the elements - Geochemistry - Bioinorganic chemistry - Industrial chemistry: Bulk inorganic chemicals - Industrial chemistry: Catalysts - Environmental cycling and pollution CONDITION: NEW Softcover edition in FINE condition with strong binding, and bright pictorial covers. All pages are free from any writings, markings, tears, or pastedowns. Text block and pages are tight and clean, with no soiling, creasing, dog-ears or markings. POLICY & GUARANTEE: · FULL SATISFACTION GUARANTEED OR YOUR MONEY BACK. Please contact us with any questions, comments or concerns prior to bidding. All items sold as described, and returnable for any reason within 30 days of receipt. · Payments: Payment in full must be received within 10 days of auction close. If payment is not made within the specified period, we reserve the right to re-list item and to submit feedback with non-paying bidder notification. · Shipping & Handling: Items are shipped within 1 business day after payment has cleared. Stated rates are for confirmed delivery through the United States Postal Service via Media Mail (“Book Rate” class.) Insurance is added for items valued over $100.00. International and Overnight shipping available at additional cost; Please contact us prior to bidding for adjusted rates or with special requests. We recommend international buyers check with their country's customs office prior to bidding/buying with questions on import duties or tax charges. · Book condition guidelines: Fine (F), No defects, or wear, or previous owner markings; Tight binding and the boards are without bumps or wear (Synonymous for “very fine”, “as new”, or “mint”.)