This book is an approach for compilation and making a handbook in very simple and easy language to very commonly used terms in chemistry for higher secondary, under-graduate and post graduate students.
Many times we are familiar with some terms but at certain times like competitive examinations, interviews, and so on it just need a glimpse to all these so as to revise it. This book provides a highlight to almost all basic terms used in chemistry from higher secondary education to post graduation. It tries to cover all basic definitions and basic laws important for interviews, college exams, competitive exams and other such events.
This has been designed in simple language and colorful way so as to help students during end-time revision and reducing their quality time to be wasted on searching such basic terms from various sources.
Table of Contents
CHAPTER-1 BASIC DEFINITIONS IN CHEMISTRY
CHAPTER-2 BASIC LAWS OF CHEMISTRY
Objectives and Topics
This handbook aims to provide students from higher secondary to post-graduate levels with a concise, easy-to-understand compilation of fundamental chemistry definitions and laws. It serves as a practical revision resource for competitive examinations, interviews, and college assessments, designed to save students time by aggregating essential terminology from various sources into a single, accessible format.
- Core chemical terminology and nomenclature
- Fundamental laws governing chemical reactions and properties
- Principles of thermodynamics, kinetics, and electrochemistry
- Key concepts in coordination chemistry and surface chemistry
- Essential quantitative analysis methods and error terminology
Excerpt from the book
1. Atomic number
Atomic number is defined as number of protons in the nucleus and amount of nuclear charge (Z+). It is alike to the number of electrons in the neutral atom and is denoted by Z.
2. Mass number: Mass number is defined as the total number of nucleons i.e. protons and neutrons in the nucleus.
3. Qualitative analysis: The identification of elements, spieces and/or compounds present in the sample is called qualitative analysis.
4. Quantitative analysis: The determination of absolute or comparative amounts of elements, spieces or compounds present in the sample is called quantitative analysis.
5. Equivalent mass: Equivalent mass is defined as the number of parts of a substance that combines with 1.008 parts by mass with hydrogen, 8 parts by mass of oxygen, 35.5 parts by mass with chlorine.
Summary of Chapters
CHAPTER-1 BASIC DEFINITIONS IN CHEMISTRY: This chapter provides a comprehensive list of fundamental terms and definitions used across various fields of chemistry, from atomic structure to analytical techniques.
CHAPTER-2 BASIC LAWS OF CHEMISTRY: This chapter details the foundational scientific laws and principles that govern chemical behavior, thermodynamics, and molecular interactions.
Keywords
Atomic number, Mass number, Qualitative analysis, Quantitative analysis, Normality, Molarity, Molality, Oxidation, Reduction, pH, Empirical formula, Molecular formula, Thermodynamics, Kinetics, Electrochemistry
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary focus of this book?
This book is a handbook focused on providing simple, clear definitions and laws related to chemistry to help students revise for exams and interviews.
Who is the target audience for this publication?
The target audience includes higher secondary, undergraduate, and post-graduate students seeking a quick reference guide.
What central thematic fields are covered?
The book covers basic chemical definitions, stoichiometry, thermodynamics, electrochemistry, analytical chemistry, and fundamental chemical laws.
Does the book include complex research methodologies?
No, the book is designed as a handbook for quick revision rather than an exhaustive research methodology manual.
What is the main goal of the authors?
The authors aim to reduce the time students spend searching for basic definitions by providing them in a compiled, easy-to-access handbook.
Which keywords best characterize the work?
The work is characterized by terms such as atomic structure, thermodynamics, analytical chemistry, stoichiometry, and basic chemical laws.
How is the term 'Atomic number' defined in Chapter 1?
It is defined as the number of protons in the nucleus and the amount of nuclear charge (Z+), corresponding to the number of electrons in a neutral atom.
What does the Law of Conservation of Mass state?
It states that during any physical or chemical change, the total mass of the products is equal to the total mass of the reactants.
How does the book explain the difference between 'Atomic' and 'Mass' numbers?
Atomic number refers to the number of protons (and charge), while mass number refers to the total number of nucleons, including both protons and neutrons.
What is the purpose of the 'References' section?
The references section lists the textbooks and academic sources used by the authors to compile the definitions and laws presented in the book.
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- Hency Thacker (Autor:in), Dr. Vijay Ram (Autor:in), 2019, A Brief Glimpse on Basic Chemistry. Basic Definitions and Basic Laws, München, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/507297
