Any suggestions for inorganic chemistry problem books?

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The discussion centers on the need for advanced problem-solving resources in inorganic chemistry, particularly for students transitioning from Inorganic Chemistry I to II. The participant has completed a first-semester exam and finds the problems significantly more challenging than those in their course materials, specifically the textbook "Chemical Principles" by Zumdahl. They recommend "Inorganic Chemistry" by Miessler and Tarr as a valuable resource due to its extensive problem sets, which align with the advanced concepts of bonding theory and group theory encountered in Inorganic II.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of basic inorganic chemistry concepts
  • Familiarity with bonding theory
  • Knowledge of group theory
  • Experience with problem-solving techniques in chemistry
NEXT STEPS
  • Explore "Inorganic Chemistry" by Miessler and Tarr for advanced problem sets
  • Investigate additional problem books such as "3000 Chemistry Problems Solved"
  • Research online resources or forums for supplemental inorganic chemistry problems
  • Practice calculus applications in chemistry to enhance problem-solving skills
USEFUL FOR

Students in inorganic chemistry courses, particularly those advancing from Inorganic I to II, educators seeking supplemental materials for their curriculum, and anyone looking to strengthen their problem-solving skills in advanced chemistry topics.

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I just took an exam in my first semester inorganic course.
I do all the homework without too much trouble and read the material but the problems on the exams are out of this world. They are nothing like the assigned problem sets and the problems in the course book . I've gone through the standard " 3000 chemistry problems solved" and the book we are using in the course is, according to the instuctor, an advanced text.

From what I've learned in my three semesters of calculus is that the only way to really get the material is to do as many problems as possible.
The difficulty I'm having in chemistry, I know, is that I can't find enough challenging problems to practice with.

Does anyone know of a good advanced chemistry problem book? I'm just looking for a supplement to my text which is Zuhmdal's " Chemical Princilples". Just a book with a lot of problems.
 
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Inorganic I is usually pretty easy, there is a big jump from inorganic I to inorganic II. In II you get to learn all about bonding theory and group theory. Inorganic Chemistry by Miessler and Tarr has a lot of problems in it, and the text is not written on the easiest level.
 

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