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We're all natural-born chemists. Every time we cook, clean, take a shower, drive a car, use a solvent such as fingernail polish remover, or perform any of the countless everyday activities that involve complex chemical reactions, we're doing chemistry. You might even say that we're all participating in a grand chemistry experiment that started with the first human who mixed pigments to create a cave painting. Why do so many of us desperately resist learning chemistry when we're young? Maybe it has something to do with the way it's taught in school.Now there's a fun, easy way to learn basic chemistry. Whether you're studying chemistry in school and you're looking for a little help making sense of what's being taught in class, or you're just into learning new things for their own sake, Chemistry For Dummies gets you rolling with all the basics of matter and energy, atoms and molecules, acids and bases, and much more. In no time you'll:Understand atomic structure and functionUse the Periodic Table of elementsKnow what happens when matter changes from one state to anotherExplore ionic and covalent bondingGet a handle on chemical reactionsPerform simple chemistry calculationsUnderstand acids, bases, pHs, antacids, and gasesMake sense of Boyle's Law, Avrogadro's Law, and other key laws in chemistry.AUTHOR BIO: John T. Moore, Ed.D., has been a teacher for more than 30 years. Numerous grants have permitted him to focus on the professional development of elementary and middle school teachers of science.WORKBOOK AUTHOR BIO: Peter J. Mikulecky, PhD, teaches science and mathematics at Fusion Learning Center and Fusion Academy in Solana Beach, California. Katherine Brutlag teaches chemistry and other sciences at Fusion Academy. Michelle Rose Gilman is the founder of Fusion Learning Center and Fusion Academy. Brian Peterson is head of the science department at Fusion Academy.
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So you want to turn your Yugo into a Viper? Sorry--you need a certified magician. But if you want to turn your sedate sedan into a mean machine or your used car lot deal into a powerful, purring set of wheels, you’ve come to the right place. Car Hacks & Mods for Dummies will get you turbo-charged up about modifying your car and guide you smoothly through:Choosing a car to modConsidering warranties, legal, and safety issuesHacking the ECU (Engine Control Unit) to adjust performance-enhancing factors like fuel injection, firing the spark plugs, controlling the cooling fan, and moreReplacing your ECU with a plug and play system such as the APEXi Power FC or the AEM EMS systemPutting on the brakes (the faster you go, the faster you’ll need to stop)Setting up your car for better handling and corneringWritten by David Vespremi, automotive expert, frequent guest on national car-related TV shows, track driving instructor and self-proclaimed modder, Car Hacks & Mods for Dummies gets you into the ECU and under the hood and gives you the keys to:Choosing new wheels, including everything from the basics to dubs and spinnersPutting your car on a diet, because lighter means fasterBasic power bolt-ons and more expensive power addersInstalling roll bars and cages to enhance safetyAdding aero add-ons, including front “chin” spoilers, real spoilers, side skirts, and canardsDetailing, down to the best cleaners and waxes and cleaning under the hoodUsing OBD (on-board diagnostics) for troubleshootingGetting advice from general Internet sites and specific message boards and forums for your car’s make or model, whether it’s a Chevy pick-up or an Alfa Romeo roadsterWhether you want to compete at drag strips or on road courses or simply accelerate faster on an interstate ramp, if you want to improve your car’s performance, Car Hacks & Mods for Dummies is just the boost you need.
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Buying a car is never easy. Besides spending a sizeable amount of money on this investment, your liveliness probably relies on this vehicle. You need to know that your car will get you from point A to point B in a timely and safe manner—so buying a lemon is not something you can afford to do.Buying A Car For Dummies is for you if you need to find out how to buy, sell, insure, drive, protect, or rent a vehicle. It doesn’t matter how old you are (as long as you can legally drive and have a license), this book can make your experience with cars a smooth ride.Buying A Car For Dummies can help you save a truckload of money over the life of your vehicle as you find out all you need to know about new and used car ownership in this entertaining and informative reference guide. This dependable book covers all avenues of buying and owning a car, from negotiating a fair price to finding reliable insurance to saving money on routine servicing. You’ll stay in the driver& #8217;s seat as you discover how to:Calculate how much you current car really costs youWeigh the pros and cons of buying new or usedGet the best trade-in, resale, or donation value for your vehiclePick out a cherry and avoid lemons—expert advice for buying a reliable used carDetermine what features and options you really need in a new carGet the straight scoop on financing or leasing your carFind an insurance policy and company you can trustProtect your automotive assets—from steering wheel locks to full-blown security systemsWith Buying A Car For Dummies as your guide, you can park you fears, frustrations, and anxieties as you discover how to decide between buying or leasing new wheels, how to negotiate with car dealers, how to foil car thieves and carjackers, how to protect yourself in a breakdown or accident, and how to protect your automotive assets with insurance, warranties, and service contracts. Plus, the book features a list of ten great automotive Web sites for pricing information, ratings, industry news, diagnostic troubleshooting, and more.
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