A Conceptual Introduction to Chemistry - Tapa dura

A Conceptual Introduction to Chemistry by Bauer/Birk/Marks offers today’s student a fresh perspective to the introduction of chemistry. This new textbook offers a conceptual approach to chemistry by starting first with macroscopic phenomena, and then presenting the underlying microscopic detail. Each chapter opens with a real-life scenario that helps students connect abstract chemical concepts to their own lives. The math found in A Conceptual Introduction to Chemistry is introduced on a need-to-know basis, with "Math Toolboxes" ending each chapter, in support of the math skills required in that chapter.

James Birk received his undergraduate degree from St. John's University and his doctorate from Iowa State University. His specializations are inorganic chemistry, chemical education, and computer education. He has been a professor for thirty-five years and is tenured at Arizona State University. Birk is the author of several papers appearing in the "Journal of Chemical Education" as well as twenty-seven books and monographs.