Physical Chemistry

A Very Short Introduction

Peter Atkins (Fellow of Lincoln College, University of Oxford)

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Oxford University Press
01 June 2014

Mathematics & Sciences; Popular science; Chemistry; Physical chemistry

Series: Very Short Introductions

With the development of a variety of exciting new areas of research involving computational chemistry, nano- and smart materials, and applications of the recently discovered graphene, there can be no doubt that physical chemistry is a vitally important field. It is also perceived as the most daunting branch of chemistry, being necessarily grounded in physics and mathematics and drawing as it does on quantum mechanics, thermodynamics, and statistical thermodynamics.

With his typical clarity and hardly a formula in sight, Peter Atkins' Very Short Introduction explores the contributions physical chemistry has made to all branches of chemistry. Providing an insight into its central concepts Atkins reveals the cultural contributions physical chemistry has made to our understanding of the natural world.

ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

By: Peter Atkins (Fellow of Lincoln College University of Oxford)
Imprint: Oxford University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 174mm, Width: 110mm, Spine: 10mm
Weight: 128g
ISBN: 9780199689095
ISBN 10: 0199689091
Series: Very Short Introductions
Pages: 152
Publication Date: 01 June 2014
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Preface 1: Matter from the inside 2: Matter from the outside 3: Bridging matter 4: States of matter 5: Changing the state of matter 6: Changing the identity of matter 7: Investigating matter Further reading Index

Peter Atkins is the author of about 70 books, including the world-renowned and widely used Physical Chemistry, now in its 10th edition [in Jan 2014]. After graduating from the University of Leicester and a post-doctoral year in the University of California, Los Angeles, he returned to Oxford in 1965 as Fellow of Lincoln College and University Lecturer (later Professor) in physical chemistry. He retired in 2007, but continues to write and lecture worldwide.

Reviews for Physical Chemistry: A Very Short Introduction

[Physical Chemistry: A Very Short Introduction] is carefully written and captures the breadth of the subject. Chemistry World An exemplary book, both for those who, like me, want to refresh and modernize his obsolete knowledge, and for those (students, pupils) whom you will introduce into this fascinating subject. Without any reserve: cordially recommended! Hans Bouma, NVOX