Pearson Physical Chemistry: Quantum Chemistry and Molecular Interactions | Chemistry | First Edition | By Pearson

Andrew Cooksy’s clear teaching voice help students connect immediately with the subject matter while defusing some of their initial trepidation about physical chemistry. Through lively narrative and meticulous explanations of mathematical derivations, Physical Chemistry: Quantum Chemistry and Molecular Interactions engages students while fostering a sincere appreciation for the interrelationship between the theoretical and mathematical reasoning that underlies the study of physical chemistry. The author’s engaging presentation style and careful explanations make even the most sophisticated concepts and mathematical details clear and comprehensible. Flexible organization accommodates the content needs and teaching styles of each semester/quarter sequence. Separation of Quantum Chemistry and Thermodynamics into distinct volumes provides the utmost in flexibility, allowing instructors to lead with their choice of Quantum-first or Thermo-first coverage. For students in need of a review at the start of the term/quarter, Chapter A: “Tools of Math and Physics” summarizes the prerequisite mathematics and physics assumed by the rest of the text. While the text reminds the student of specific equations from basic math and physics as needed, Chapter A underscores the fundamental nature of the course material by presenting at the outset the essential math and physics principles from which we construct chemical theory. Reflective of popular lecture strategies, chapter opening and closing features ground each topic within the larger framework of physical chemistry and help students stay oriented as they deepen their understanding. Opening features including a “Visual Roadmap” and “Context: Where Are We Now” show readers where they are within the text and relative to other physical chemistry topics. “Goal: Why Are We Here?” and “Learning Objectives” features prepare students for the work ahead and outline the skills students should expect to acquire from their study of the chapter. The concluding “Where Do We Go From Here” section at the end of each chapter reinforces student orientation and illuminates the intrinsic connection between concepts. . Quantum Chemistry and Molecular InteractionsA Introduction: Tools from Math and PhysicsA. 1 MathematicsA. 2 Classical physicsI Atomic Structure1 Classical and Quantum Mechanics1. 1 Introduction to the Text1. 2 the Classical World1. 3 the Quantum World1. 4 One-Electron Atoms 1. 5 Merging the Classical and Quantum Worlds2 the Schrödinger Equation 2. 1 Mathematical Tools of Quantum Mechanics2. 2 Fundamental Examples3 One-Electron Atoms 3. 1 Solving the One-Electron Atom Schrödinger Equation3. 2 the One-Electron Atom Orbital Wave functions3. 3 Electric Dipole Interactions3. 4 Magnetic Dipole Interactions4 Many-Electron Atoms 4. 1 Many-Electron Spatial Wave functions4. 2 Approximate Solution to the Schrodinger Equation4. 3 Spin Wave functions and Symmetrisation4. 4 Vector Model of the Many-Electron Atom4. 5 Periodicity of the Elements4. 6 Atomic Structure: the Key to ChemistryII Molecular Structure5 Chemical Bonds 5. 1 the Molecular Hamiltonian5. 2 the Molecular Wave function 5. 3 Covalent Bonds in Polyatomic Molecules5. 4 Non-Covalent Bonds5. 5 Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy6 Molecular Symmetry6. 1 Group Theory6. 2 Symmetry Representations for Wave functions6. 3 Selection Rules6. 4 Selected Applications7 Electronic States of Molecules7. 1 Molecular Orbital Configurations7. 2 Electronic States7. 3 Computational Methods for Molecules 7. 4 Energetic Processes8 Vibrational States of Molecules8. 1 the Vibrational Schrödinger Equation8. 2 Vibrational Energy Levels in Diatomics8. 3 Vibrations in Polyatomics8. 4 Spectroscopy of Vibrational States9 Rotational States of Molecules9. 1 Rotations in Diatomics 9. 2 Rotations in Polyatomics9. 3 Spectroscopy of Rotational StatesIII Molecular Interactions10 Intermolecular Forces10. 1 Intermolecular Potential Energy10. 2 Molecular Collisions11 Nanoscale Chemical Structure 11. 1 the Nano Scale11. 2 Clusters11. 3 Macromolecules12 the Structure of Liquids12. 1 the Qualitative Nature of Liquids12. 2 Weakly Bonded Pure Liquids12. 3 Solvation13 the Structure of Solids13. 1 Amorphous Solids, Polymers and Crystals13. 2 Symmetry in Crystals13. 3 Bonding Mechanisms and Properties of Crystals13. 4 Wave functions and Energies of Solids. Read more