Recommendation for Chemistry textbooks

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For students seeking comprehensive resources in chemistry, the discussion highlights three essential textbooks: "Physical Chemistry" by Peter Atkins (ISBN: 1429218126), "Organic Chemistry" by Paula Yurkanis Bruice (ISBN: 0136436692), and "Inorganic Chemistry" by JD Lee (ISBN: 0632052937). JD Lee is particularly noted for its thorough explanation of chemical bonding concepts, which are foundational to both inorganic and physical chemistry. The conversation also emphasizes the importance of understanding chemical bonding within the context of physical chemistry, especially for engineering entrance exams like the JEE.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of chemical bonding concepts (VSEPR, VBT, MO)
  • Familiarity with the syllabus of engineering entrance exams (e.g., JEE)
  • Basic knowledge of physical and inorganic chemistry principles
  • Access to recommended textbooks for deeper insights
NEXT STEPS
  • Research "Physical Chemistry" by Peter Atkins for foundational concepts
  • Explore "Organic Chemistry" by Paula Yurkanis Bruice for organic reactions and mechanisms
  • Study "Inorganic Chemistry" by JD Lee for advanced inorganic topics and bonding theories
  • Review engineering entrance exam syllabi to align study materials with exam requirements
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Students preparing for engineering entrance exams, educators in chemistry, and anyone looking to deepen their understanding of physical and inorganic chemistry concepts.

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I want a good book on Physical Chemistry at 11-12(university or pre-un) grade level. It should include topics about bonding(VSEPR, VBT, MO) etc.

I also need suggestions about some books on organic and inorganic chemistry.
 
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Chemical Bonding comes under Physical Chemistry in the syllabus of most engineering enterance exams . But its the core foundation of inorganic chemistry . JDLee is for inorganic . Are you preparing for the JEE ?
 
I understand the idea of the first 8 chapters of Lee (except chapter 7), but what is going on with the rest of the chapters? Is it a laundry list of facts you have to memorize for elements of the periodic table? What is the point? Is it for industry or something like that? I mean QM is about building a theoretical framework then solving problems and working out the consequences of those solutions and stuff, what's going on here?
 
proton007007 said:
Chemical Bonding comes under Physical Chemistry in the syllabus of most engineering enterance exams . But its the core foundation of inorganic chemistry . JDLee is for inorganic . Are you preparing for the JEE ?

Not exactly. I want to give it but this is not for preparation. This is because I wish to understand physical chemistry well.
 
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