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In the Classroom
Mathematical Charm in Chemistry Problems
Juris Meija
Department of Chemistry, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH 45221-0172

Janis Bisenieks
Department of Chemistry, University of Latvia, Riga, Latvia LV 1013

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July 2004
Vol. 81 No. 7
p. 995
Abstract
Development of logical approaches in problem solving helps students create new algorithms for specific problems, enhancing problem-solving skills for highly motivated students. Applying mathematics and logical thinking to chemistry problem solving allows students to extract pertinent information and explore novel problem-solving approaches. The implementation of inequalities, Diophantine equations, and the discrete nature of possible answers in chemistry problems are explored in example problems.
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 Meija, Juris; Bisenieks, Janis. J. Chem. Educ. 2004 81 995.
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 Computational Chemistry; General Chemistry; Introductory / High School Chemistry; Mathematics / Mathematical Methods; Numerical Methods; Problem-Based Learning; Teaching / Learning Theory / Practice
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