Extensive revised and updated third edition of classic first-year text by Nobel Laureate. Atomic and molecular structure, quantum mechanics, statistical mechanics, thermodynamics correlated with descriptive chemistry. Problems. 75 pages of appendixes. Hailed by Choice as "an excellent text, highly recommended."
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Group Theory and Chemistry by David M. Bishop Concise, self-contained introduction to group theory and its applications to chemical problems. Symmetry, matrices, molecular vibrations, transition metal chemistry, more. Relevant math included. Advanced-undergraduate/graduate-level. 1973 edition.
The Development of Chemical Principles by Cooper H. Langford, Ralph A. Beebe Undergraduate-level text focuses on the classical theory of bonding in molecules, the ionic interpretation of electrolyte solutions, and the physical theory of atomic structure. 186 illustrations. 1969 edition.
Crystal Chemistry and Refractivity by Howard W. Jaffe This superb study of atoms in a crystalline array and the nature of their chemical bonding in minerals pays particular attention to refractivity in crystals. Bibliographies. 1988 edition.
Game Theory: A Nontechnical Introduction by Morton D. Davis This fascinating, newly revised edition offers an overview of game theory, plus lucid coverage of two-person zero-sum game with equilibrium points; general, two-person zero-sum game; utility theory; and other topics.
Thirty Years that Shook Physics: The Story of Quantum Theory by George Gamow Lucid, accessible introduction to the influential theory of energy and matter features careful explanations of Dirac's anti-particles, Bohr's model of the atom, and much more. Numerous drawings. 1966 edition.
Sundials: Their Theory and Construction by Albert Waugh A rigorous appraisal of sundial science includes mathematical treatment and pertinent astronomical background, plus a nontechnical treatment so simple that several of the dials can be built by children. 106 illustrations.
Fads and Fallacies in the Name of Science by Martin Gardner Fair, witty appraisal of cranks, quacks, and quackeries of science and pseudoscience: hollow earth, Velikovsky, orgone energy, Dianetics, flying saucers, Bridey Murphy, food and medical fads, more.
The History of the Calculus and Its Conceptual Development by Carl B. Boyer Fluent description of the development of both the integral and differential calculus — its early beginnings in antiquity, medieval contributions, and a consideration of Newton and Leibniz.
Chemical Kinetics and Reaction Dynamics by Paul L. Houston This text teaches the principles underlying modern chemical kinetics in a clear, direct fashion, using several examples to enhance basic understanding. Solutions to selected problems. 2001 edition.
Group Theory in Chemistry and Spectroscopy: A Simple Guide to Advanced Usage by Boris S. Tsukerblat Geared toward chemists and experimental physicists, this handbook is also accessible to undergraduate students. It introduces fundamental concepts with simple examples, relating them to specific chemical and physical problems. 1994 edition.
