Chemistry for Changing Times has defined the liberal arts chemistry course and remains the most visually appealing and readable introduction to the subject. The Fourteenth Edition increases its focus on environmental and other relatable issues with revised green chemistry essays throughout and new Chemistry at Home experiments, both in the text and in MasteringChemistry. Abundant applications and examples fill each chapter and enable students of varied majors to relate to the content more readily. Updated material throughout reflects the latest scientific developments in the field demonstrating the relevance of chemistry to all students.

Chemistry; Atoms; Atomic Structure; Chemical Bonds; Chemical Accounting; Gases, Liquids, Solids . . . and Intermolecular Forces; Acids and Bases; Oxidation and Reduction; Organic Chemistry; Polymers; Nuclear Chemistry; Chemistry of Earth; Air; Water; Energy; Biochemistry; Food; Drugs; Fitness and Health; Chemistry Down on the Farm . . . and in the Garden and on the Lawn; Household Chemicals; Poisons

A highly readable introduction for readers who want to increase their knowledge of chemistry in their daily lives.