Assembling a great deal of material in one place, this book serves as a valuable guide for chemists and related physical scientists throughout their careers -- covering essential equations, theories, and tools needed for conducting and interpreting contemporary research.

• Offers a comprehensive and in-depth treatment of the most challenging concepts of chemistry


• Updates and revises existing chapters from the prior edition and adds: new chapters on inorganic, organic, and biochemistry; appendices about nuclides and organic reactions; and expanded questions at the end of chapters


• Has a complementary website with a solutions manual and PowerPoint presentations for instructors