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WebAssign for Zumdahl/Decoste's Introductory Chemistry: A Foundation, Multi-Term Instant Access, 10th Edition

Steven S. Zumdahl, Donald J. DeCoste

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WebAssign for Zumdahl/Decoste's Introductory Chemistry: A Foundation, Multi-Term Instant Access 10th Edition by Steven S. Zumdahl/Donald J. DeCoste
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Overview

Zumdahl/DeCoste's INTRODUCTORY CHEMISTRY: A FOUNDATION, 10th Edition, combines an engaging and readable writing style, an emphasis on conceptual understanding and a unique problem-solving structure. Interactive examples and discussion-catalyzing “Critical Thinking” questions enable students to become creative, independent problem solvers. Student interest and engagement is enhanced with early coverage of chemical reactions, accessible explanations and visualizations and an emphasis on everyday applications. Students have access to even more skill-building resources in WebAssign, Cengage's online learning system for chemistry.

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Steven S. Zumdahl

Steve Zumdahl is the author of market-leading textbooks in introductory chemistry, general chemistry, honors-level chemistry, and high school chemistry. Recently retired from his long-time position as Director of Undergraduate Programs at the University of Illinois, he has received numerous awards for his contributions to chemical education. These include the National Catalyst Award in recognition of his contribution to chemical education, the University of Illinois Teaching Award, the UIUC Liberal Arts and Sciences Advising Award, and the School of Chemical Sciences Teaching Award (five times). He earned his B.S. in Chemistry from Wheaton College (IL), and his Ph.D. from the University of Illinois.

Donald J. DeCoste

Donald J. DeCoste is Associate Director of General Chemistry at the University of Illinois, Urbana–Champaign and has been teaching chemistry at the high school and college levels for 26 years. He earned his BS in Chemistry and PhD from the University of Illinois, Urbana–Champaign. At UIUC he has developed chemistry courses for nonscience majors, preservice secondary teachers, and preservice elementary teachers. He teaches courses in introductory chemistry and the teaching of chemistry and has received the School of Chemical Sciences Teaching Award four times. Don has led workshops for secondary teachers and graduate student teaching assistants, discussing the methods and benefits of getting students more actively involved in class. When not involved in teaching and advising, Don enjoys spending time with his wife and three children.

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  • New homework available in WebAssign supports students through their introduction to chemistry with answer-specific feedback and interactive tutorials.
  • New Watch It solution videos, available in WebAssign, guide students through the process of solving common problems.
  • New Digital Workbooks offer a guided reading experience with built-in interactives and questions with feedback.

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  • Zumdahl emphasizes problem-solving skills throughout the text with critical thinking questions built into examples and guidance on how to approach common chemistry problems.
  • Chapter introductions and Chemistry in Focus features show students how chemistry is relevant to a range of applications.
  • Revisions to learning objectives and problems throughout the text ensure that students focus on the skills that are most important for their future success in chemistry.

Table of Contents

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1. Chemistry: An Introduction.
2. Measurements and Calculations.
3. Matter.
4. Chemical Foundations: Elements, Atoms, and Ions.
5. Nomenclature.
6. Chemical Reactions: An Introduction.
7. Reactions in Aqueous Solutions.
8. Chemical Composition.
9. Chemical Quantities.
10. Energy.
11. Modern Atomic Theory.
12. Chemical Bonding.
13. Gases.
14. Liquids and Solids.
15. Solutions.
16. Acids and Bases.
17. Equilibrium.
18. Oxidation–Reduction Reactions and Electrochemistry.
19. Radioactivity and Nuclear Energy.
20. Organic Chemistry.
21. Biochemistry.

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