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Virtual Chemistry Textbook

Teach yourself the essential concepts of general chemistry with the help of this virtual textbook.
Virtual Chemistry Text - Molecular Structure
Molecular Structure: Once you understand the types of bonds that can be formed between components in a substance, you can begin to predict and understand how molecules are formed and the shapes they take.
Virtual Chemistry Text - Liquids & Gases
Virtual Chemistry Text: Liquids and gases are phases of matter with properties distinctly different from the solid form. Collectively, liquids and solids are termed fluids. The study of fluids and how they interact is important for understanding the properties of matter and predicting the ways in which that matter can react.
Virtual Chemistry Text - Electronic Structure
Electronic Structure: Electrons are found in regions around the nucleus of an atom. Learning about the structure of the electron shell or electron cloud is important for understanding how atoms and ions will form bonds.
Virtual Chemistry Text - Chemical Bonds
Chemical Bonds: The atoms in a molecule or compound are attracted and repelled with respect to each other in ways that determine the types of bonds they can form.
Virtual Chemistry Text - Thermochemistry
Virtual Chemistry Text: Chemistry is the study of both matter and energy. Once you learn to balance the atoms and charge in a chemical reaction, you can examine the energy of the reaction as well.
Virtual Chemistry Text - Rates of Reaction
Virtual Chemistry Text: Several factors affect how quickly and completely a reaction proceeds. Learn about these factors and how to calculate the speed at which a reaction can occur.
Teach Yourself Chemistry
You can teach yourself general chemistry with this step-by-step introduction to the basic concepts.
Virtual Chemistry Text - Introduction to Chemistry
Virtual Chemistry Textbook: Learn what chemistry is and why we study it.
Virtual Chemistry Text: Units & Measurements
Virtual Chemistry Text: Learn the basics about the units chemists and other scientists use to take measurements.
Virtual Chemistry Text: The Scientific Method
Virtual Chemistry Text: Chemists and other scientists are systematic about the way they explore the world. Learn about the scientific method and how to use it.
Virtual Chemistry Text: The Elements
Virtual Chemistry Text: Learn about the chemical elements, the basic building blocks of matter.
Virtual Chemistry Text: The Periodic Table
Virtual Chemistry Text: Find out what the periodic table of the elements is, learn about the information it contains, and practice using it.
Virtual Chemistry Text:: Atoms and Ions
Virtual Chemistry Text: Distinguish between atoms and ions, learn basic atomic theory, and practice common chemistry problems.
Virtual Chemistry Text: Molecules, Compounds, & Moles
Virtual Chemistry Text: Elements can form molecules and compounds, more complex forms of matter. Learn what molecules and compounds are and some of their properties.
Virtual Chemistry Text - Chemical Formulas
Virtual Chemistry Text: Learn how to write the formulas for ions, molecules, and compounds.
Virtual Chemistry Text : Chemical Reactions & Equations
Virtual Chemistry Text: Learn how to predict how chemicals will interact and write balanced equations to describe the reactions.
Virtual Chemistry Text : Acids & Bases
Virtual Chemistry Text: Grasp the fundamentals of pH, acids, and bases. Make your own pH indicators, learn about titration, and see how acids and bases play an important part in everyday life.
Virtual Chemistry Text - Oxidation & Reduction Reactions
Virtual Chemistry Text: Understand oxidation and reduction reactions, or redox reactions.
Virtual Chemistry Text : Nuclear Reactions
Virtual Chemistry Text: Learn about radioactive decay, carbon dating, fission, and fusion.

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