Inorganic Chemistry, 6th edition

Published by Pearson (October 31, 2025) © 2026

  • Catherine Housecroft University of Basel, Switzerland
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Build a strong foundation in physical-inorganic chemistry with this internationally renowned text.

Inorganic Chemistry, 6th edition, Global edition, by Catherine E Housecroft and Alan G Sharpe, is a widely respected introduction to the physical-inorganic principles of chemistry. With new research, this edition introduces you to the descriptive chemistry of the elements and the role played by inorganic chemistry in our everyday lives. Its carefully developed pedagogical approach helps you engage with topics using striking visuals to consolidate your understanding. The text covers topics such as molecular symmetry and bonding in polyatomic molecules, teaching you to apply your learnt knowledge to the real world.

Table of contents

  1. Basic concepts: atoms
  2. Basic concepts: molecules
  3. Introduction to molecular symmetry
  4. Experimental techniques
  5. Bonding in polyatomic molecules
  6. Structures and energetics of metallic and ionic solids
  7. Acids, bases and ions in aqueous solution
  8. Reduction and oxidation
  9. Non-aqueous media
  10. Hydrogen
  11. Group 1: the alkali metals
  12. The group 2 metals
  13. The group 13 elements
  14. The group 14 elements
  15. The group 15 elements
  16. The group 16 elements
  17. The group 17 elements
  18. The group 18 elements
  19. d-Block metal chemistry: general considerations
  20. d-Block metal chemistry: coordination complexes
  21. d-Block metal chemistry: the first row metals
  22. d-Block metal chemistry: the heavier metals
  23. Organometallic compounds of s- and p-block elements
  24. Organometallic compounds of d-block elements
  25. Catalysis and some industrial processes
  26. d-Block metal complexes: reaction mechanisms
  27. The f-block metals: lanthanoids and actinoids
  28. Inorganic materials and nanotechnology
  29. The trace metals of life
  30. Nomenclature of inorganic compounds
  31. A brief history of inorganic chemistry
  • Appendices
  • Answers to non-descriptive problems
  • Index

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