Good compact chemistry overview for scientists

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The discussion centers on finding a compact chemistry overview suitable for individuals with a background in physics. Participants recommend a traditionally published hardback textbook on General Chemistry, emphasizing that it should be concise, ideally under 200 pages. The study duration is estimated to be nine to twelve months for complete beginners and five to nine months for those with prior knowledge in science.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of basic scientific principles, particularly in physics.
  • Familiarity with standard chemistry topics covered in a General Chemistry course.
  • Ability to engage with academic texts and summarize key concepts.
  • Access to university or college bookstores for recommended textbooks.
NEXT STEPS
  • Research recommended General Chemistry textbooks available in hardback format.
  • Explore study guides that condense chemistry topics into brief summaries.
  • Investigate online resources or PDF documents that provide chemistry overviews.
  • Consider enrolling in a General Chemistry course to supplement self-study.
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Scientists with a physics background, educators seeking concise chemistry resources, and students preparing for a General Chemistry course.

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Can someone recommend a good chemistry overview/ review? Some pdf document perhaps, not more than 200 pages or so. Notes that do not assume you are complete beginner, but you have a science (physics) background. That gives brief summaries and the highlights of all the topics that are dealt with in a standard course.

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Textbook, in traditionally published hardback form, on General Chemistry. Best if check at a university or college bookstore. Study time could take nine to twelve months if you never studied Chemistry; or maybe five to nine months if you had.
 
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