Super Simple Chemistry The Ultimate Bitesize Study Guide by DK / Smithsonian (2020)

SuperSimple Chemistry: The Ultimate Bitesize Study Guide (2020) by DK with contributions from the Smithsonian Institution — part of the highly rated DK Super Simple series — is a fantastic aid for coursework, homework, and studying for tests. This comprehensive guide covers Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) for grades 6–10 and prepares students for tests and exams in no time.Each topic is fully illustrated to support the information, make the facts crystal clear, and bring the science to life. A large central image explains the idea visually, and each topic is summed up on a single page — helping young readers quickly get up to speed and really understand how chemistry works. Information boxes explain the theory with simple graphics, and a handy Key Facts box provides a quick-reference summary for review.With clear, concise coverage of all the core chemistry topics, SuperSimple Chemistry is the perfectly accessible guide to chemistry for children — supporting classwork, making studying for exams the easiest it’s ever been, and building confidence in a subject many students find intimidating.Topics covered: matter and its states; atoms and the atomic structure; the periodic table — groups, periods, and properties of elements; chemical bonding including ionic, covalent, and metallic bonds; chemical reactions and balanced equations; the mole concept and stoichiometry basics; acids, bases, and pH; oxidation and reduction; electrolysis; energy changes in reactions; rates of reaction; equilibrium; the chemistry of carbon and an introduction to organic chemistry; the chemistry of water and aqueous solutions; metals and their extraction; non-metals; air, atmosphere, and pollution; and chemistry in everyday life including pharmaceuticals, polymers, and food chemistry.Essential for: middle school and early high school chemistry students (grades 6–10); NGSS-aligned curriculum supplements; homeschool curricula; tutoring and after-school programs; standardized test preparation; visual learners; ESL students building science vocabulary; and any student or parent looking for a clear, illustrated chemistry reference.