General chemistry : principles and modern applications

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Main Authors: Petrucci, Ralph H. (Author), Bissonnette, Carey (Author), Herring, F. Geoffrey , 1939- (Author), Madura, Jeffry D. (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Toronto, Canada : Pearson Canada , c2011
Edition:10th ed.
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General chemistry principles and modern applications by Petrucci, Ralph H.

Published 1985