Practical Chemistry (Classic Reprint)

Both pupil and teacher must be considered. The pupil needs a book which is written plainly, illustrated fully, and applied practically; which stimulates interest in chemistry, and which can be studied profitably. The teacher needs a book in which the text is carefully selected, judiciously apportioned, and properly arranged; which provides teaching material, and which can be taught successfully. The author believes his Practical Chemistry meets these requirements. The text includes the facts and principles suitable for beginners. No important topic has been omitted. The selection is varied, permitting the use of the book in different kinds of classes. The topics suggested by the College Entrance Examination Board and theB oard of Regents (N ew York) have been incorporated. The style and arrangement are clear short sentences, brief paragraphs, explanatory examples, lettered subdivisions, numbered sections, instructive topical headings. Unusual care has been taken to write clearly such topics as symbols, formulas, equations, atomic weights, molecular weights, and valence. The exercises, which are placed at the end of the chapters, have been prepared to meet the real needs of pupils. The author believes that a class should be drilled on fundamentals as well as provided with opportunities to answer test questions. Hence, numerous exercises have been provided for review, home study, practical experience, and themes. Teachers are urged to examine these exercises and assign those bept adapted to the needs of the class. The list of books incorporated in the A ppendix, 5, will be serviceable in connection with home study and other assignments. The problems emphasize fundamental principles and processes; many require original thinking. The liberal selection will meet the requirements of different kinds of classes. An examination of the book will show that it is a Prac
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