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I trying to learn chemistry as a physicist. Any advice?
What books would you recommend?
What books would you recommend?
Thank you!Frabjous said:That’s an awfully broad question.
A couple of chemistry books that I enjoyed; although they are on specific topics not general chemistry
Chemical Bonds by Gray
https://authors.library.caltech.edu/105209/
Why do chemical reactions occur? by Campbell
https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/ed043p166.1
Thank you!apostolosdt said:“Chemical Principles” by Dickerson et al. I still prefer the first edition.
I like all I have seen so far!malawi_glenn said:atkins - physical chemistry
any particular field of chemistry that interests you?
Thank you!!apostolosdt said:Interesting combo: A physicist wanting to learn chemistry related to medicine. I admire your “world view”. Honestly!
Thank you!!malawi_glenn said:Nuclear medicine comes to mind
"Chemistry: The Central Science" by Brown, LeMay, Bursten, and Murphy is a great starting point. It provides a comprehensive introduction to fundamental chemistry concepts with clear explanations and numerous examples. Another good option is "Principles of Modern Chemistry" by Oxtoby, Gillis, and Campion, which offers a more in-depth look at chemical principles with a focus on problem-solving.
"Physical Chemistry: A Molecular Approach" by Donald A. McQuarrie and John D. Simon is highly recommended. This book bridges the gap between chemistry and physics by focusing on the principles of quantum mechanics, thermodynamics, and kinetics as they apply to chemical systems. Another excellent resource is "Molecular Quantum Mechanics" by Peter Atkins and Ronald Friedman, which delves into the quantum mechanical basis of chemical phenomena.
"Advanced Physical Chemistry" by David W. Oxtoby and H. P. Gillis is suitable for those who already have a solid foundation in both physics and chemistry. It covers advanced topics such as statistical mechanics, spectroscopy, and reaction dynamics. "Quantum Chemistry" by Ira N. Levine is another advanced text that provides a thorough understanding of quantum chemical methods and their applications.
"Chemical Thermodynamics: Basic Concepts and Methods" by Irving M. Klotz and Robert M. Rosenberg is an excellent choice for understanding the principles of thermodynamics in a chemical context. For kinetics, "Chemical Kinetics and Dynamics" by Jeffrey I. Steinfeld, Joseph S. Francisco, and William L. Hase offers a detailed exploration of reaction rates and mechanisms.
"Introduction to Quantum Mechanics in Chemistry, Materials Science, and Biology" by S. M. Blinder provides a solid introduction to quantum chemistry with applications in various fields. Another highly recommended book is "Quantum Chemistry" by John P. Lowe and Kirk A. Peterson, which offers a comprehensive overview of quantum chemical methods and their practical applications.