General chemistry
David Read reviews this textbook aimed at ’A-level plus a bit more’
To a UK reader, the title General chemistry might sound a little vague, but for those familiar with the US system it will make perfect sense. Many introductory college chemistry courses in the US are called ‘General Chemistry’, providing content across all areas of the discipline at a level that could be described as ‘A-level plus a bit more’.
The more advanced material in these courses will be covered by most UK undergraduate chemistry degrees before the end of semester one. As such it is difficult to see a market for this book in the UK as a course text. It is not advanced enough for university, but most teachers will consider it to be too advanced for A-level students.
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