Chem Kinetics: Suggestions for Further Reading & Calculus-Based Texts

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Independent study of chemical kinetics can be enhanced by exploring calculus-based texts, particularly for understanding proofs related to second-order reaction rates. Wikipedia is recommended as a reliable starting point, especially the Michaelis-Menten kinetics page, which includes advanced concepts and links to further resources. The Zumdahl and Zumdahl textbook is suggested for its clear explanations, and AP and SAT II review books are also noted for their effective coverage of kinetics topics. Engaging with these resources can deepen understanding and provide the necessary mathematical framework for chemical kinetics.
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I've been independantly studying chemical kinetics from a standard freshman year chemistry textbook, and I enjoy the subject, could anyone suggest any further reading or sources? Specifically I'd like to try and find a calculus based text, as the one I have specifically avoids using any calculus, and I'd be curious to see some of the proofs for determining the equations for the rates of second order reactions.

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Wikipedia is always an excellent source.

See: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michaelis-Menten_kinetics

Not sure what level of kinetics you're looking for but MM is always a good place to start, and they don't dumb it down (has scary dx/dt stuff)! There should be enough links to other articles and references to satisfy your needs.
 
my old AP book (look for Zumdahl and Zumdahl) did a pretty good job explaining it. AP and SAT II review books also seem to cover the topic pretty well. if you have any questions...
 

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