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1. Calculations in Chemistry: An Introduction

   Donald J. Dahm, Eric A. Nelson

   A research-backed learning system for preparatory chemistry that systematically reinforces both the fundamental concepts and math skills that are prerequisites for success in general chemistry.More

2. ChemConnections Activity Workbook

   Sharon Anthony, Kevin L. Braun, Heather Mernitz

   Make chemistry memorable: choose from fifty-nine collaborative activities that will make your general chemistry lecture, recitation, homework, or lab more relevant, interactive, and collaborative.More

3. ChemConnections: Build a Better CD Player: How Can You Get Blue Light from a Solid?

   Herbert Beall, Dean J. Campbell, Arthur B. Ellis, Et Al.

   This module challenges students to think about a question in materials design—how to get light out of a solid.More

4. ChemConnections: Computer Chip Thermochemistry: How Can We Create an Integrated Circuit from Sand?

   Susan E. Kegley, Jennifer G. Loeser, Marco Molinaro, Et Al.

   The fabrication of integrated circuits on silicon-based semiconductors is used to introduce students to the rapidly growing industry of semiconductor processing. Enthalpy, entropy, and Gibbs free energy are introduced sequentially as the various fabrication steps are considered.More

5. ChemConnections: How Can We Reduce Air Pollution from Automobiles?

   Howard Drossman, Wayne Tikkanen, Sandra Laursen

   ChemConnections modules cover a broad range of chemical topics and supply research-base, classroom-tested, active learning strategies that guide students through the scientific process.More

6. ChemConnections: How Could Life Have Arisen on Earth?

   Jason Dworkin, Paul G. Jasien, Matthew Levy, Et Al.

   Major events in the origin and evolution of life are examined from a chemical perspective, including the formation of the solar system, the first reproducing molecules, the evolution of metabolism, and the search for extraterrestrial life.More

7. ChemConnections: How Do We Get from Bonds to Bags, Bottles, and Backpacks?

   Sharon Anthony, Karen Harding

   This module is designed to help students learn about chemical bonding, polarity, intermolecular forces, and the impact of chemical structure on the properties of materials by focusing on polymers.More

8. ChemConnections: Should We Recommend Building a Copper Mine?

   Paul Charlesworth, Mary Walczak, Doug Williams, Et Al.

   Copper: what is its source, and what does it cost? Does it matter how we produce it? What are the environmental consequences?More

9. ChemConnections: Soil Equilibria: What Happens to Acid Rain?

   Sharon Anthony, Michael Beug, Roxanne Hulet, Et Al.

   This module, for use in an analytical chemistry course, considers the consequences when soil equilibria are stressed through the addition of combustion-generated sulfur and nitrogen oxides to the environment.More

10. ChemConnections: Water Treatment: How Can We Make Our Water Safe to Drink?

    Susan E. Kegley, Doug Landfear, David Jenkins, Et Al.

    Second Edition

    ChemConnections modules cover a broad range of chemical topics and supply research-base, classroom-tested, active learning strategies that guide students through the scientific process.More

11. ChemConnections: What Should We Do about Global Warming?

    Sharon Anthony, Tricia Ferrett, Jade Bender

    Second Edition

    ChemConnections modules cover a broad range of chemical topics and supply research-base, classroom-tested, active learning strategies that guide students through the scientific process.More

12. ChemConnections: What's in a Star?

    Melissa Kido, Susan E. Kegley, Greg Bothun, Et Al.

    Second Edition

    ChemConnections modules cover a broad range of chemical topics and supply research-based, classroom-tested, active learning strategies that guide students through the scientific process.More

13. ChemConnections: Why Does the Ozone Hole Form?

    Sharon Anthony, Tricia Ferrett

    Students learn about the structure of the atmosphere and the oxygen chemistry responsible for producing the ozone layer.More

14. ChemConnections: Would You Like Fries with That? The Fuss about Fat in Our Diet

    Sandra Laursen, Heather Mernitz

    Fat is an important nutrient in our diets, but some dietary fats have been linked to an increased risk of chronic diseases.More

15. Chemistry: The Science in Context

    Thomas R. Gilbert, Rein V. Kirss, Natalie Foster, Et Al.

    Second Edition

    The Second Edition of Chemistry provides an effective and easy-to-remember problem-solving strategy while placing the science in biological, cosmological, geological, and environmental context.More