Guided Inquiry for General Chemistry 2/e

Guided Inquiry for General Chemistry (Second Edition) offers an interactive introduction to the core concepts covered in a first-year chemistry course for science majors. Its concise chapters use guided questions to build understanding, followed by advanced practice exercises intended for collaborative work with instructor support. Each chapter introduces fundamental concepts, encourages reflection and critical thinking, and explores practical applications. Topics include atomic structure, bonding, Lewis dot structures, nomenclature, reaction types, stoichiometry, states of matter, kinetics, equilibrium, energetics, electrochemistry, and nuclear chemistry. The workbook promotes active learning through clearly defined outcomes, recommended prerequisite chapters, background information, guiding questions, and application exercises that strengthen comprehension and retention. Comprehensive and accessible, Guided Inquiry for General Chemistry is ideal for first-year university chemistry courses and can also support introductory college and high school chemistry courses. The second edition features updated content designed to reflect current developments and deepen student understanding.