Abeka Chemistry: Precision and Design Student Textbook (4th Edition)

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028875
ISBN
9781632232090
Grade 11
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Product Overview

  • Core student text for Abeka’s 11th grade Chemistry Precision and Design
  • College preparatory course from a conservative biblical worldview
  • Included in the Chemistry Homeschool Student Kit

Description

The revised, 4th edition Chemistry: Precision and Design student softcover textbook provides the textual readings, chemistry in everyday life articles, mathematical equations, and the section and chapter reviews. Helpful how to use the text and study tips are included. The text is well illustrated with graphics and colorful photographs throughout to aid student understanding. The appendices provide resource tools including SI prefixes, metric and US units, fundamental constants of nature, unit and temperature conversions, radiation measurement, key symbols, atomic symbols, glossary and index. A periodic table is found inside the back cover.

Publisher's Description of Abeka Chemistry: Precision and Design Student Textbook (4th Edition)
The organization of this chemistry text ensures mastery of the basic principles. An appealing layout with abundant photographs, illustrations, and diagrams makes chemical principles and applications clear and understandable. Computer-generated molecular models allow students to visualize chemical processes more easily. Increased emphasis on the basics of chemistry and foundational math topics gives students a firm foundation on which to build more advanced knowledge. Practical applications of chemistry are given throughout, highlighting the importance of chemistry in everyday life. A Christian perspective helps students see chemistry as a beneficial science that can be used for man’s benefit and God’s glory. Environmental issues such as ozone depletion, global warming, and nuclear power are presented from a balanced, conservative perspective. Numerous in-text learning aids are provided, including worked examples, section reviews, and chapter reviews.
Category Description for Chemistry Revised (4th Edition)

Presenting the fundamental principles of chemistry, this course teaches current scientific understanding through the lens of God's creation, with a focus on the practical application of chemistry. Environmental issues are covered from a balanced, conservative approach. Numerous illustrations, photographs, and diagrams help students understand the textual information. With its comprehensive coverage of topics including biochemistry, this course will prepare students for college level Chemistry courses. Algebra 1 is a prerequisite. The revised 4th edition has had numerous updates in content and layout. It is not compatible with the previous editions.

Course components include the Textbook, 2 Volume Teacher Edition, 2 Volume Test Book and Test Key, the Lab Manual and Lab Manual Answer Key. These are sold separately or in two convenient sets: Homeschool Parent Kit and the Homeschool Student Kit. Both kits are necessary to have all the resources. Please note, some of the lab supplies and equipment may be difficult to obtain for home use. 

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Product Format:Paperback
Grade:11
Brand:Abeka
ISBN:9781632232090
Length in Inches:11
Width in Inches:8.5
Height in Inches:0.875
Weight in Pounds:2.7
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