Chemistry
2014
eBook
Abstract: This title covers all the different aspects of chemistry and shows, in practical terms, how chemistry affects our lives.
Main title:
Chemistry / [editor, Andrew Solway].
Author:
Solway, Andrew, editorCredo Reference (Firm), distributor
Work:
Edition:
[Enhanced Credo edition]
Imprint:
Boston, Massachusetts : Credo Reference, 2014.Redding, Conn. : Brown Bear Books, [2009]
Collation:
1 online resource (41 entries) : 46 images ; digital files.
Series title:
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references.Also available in print.Description based on title page of print version.
System details:
Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Linking notes:
Print version: 112 pages : color illustrations
Contents:
Introduction -- Atoms and Elements -- Mixtures, Compounds, and Solutions -- Types of Bonds -- Bonds and Structures -- Chemical Reactions -- Names and Formulas -- Acids, Bases, and Salts -- Combustion and Fuel -- Controlling Fire -- Chemical Explosives -- Photochemistry -- A Cleaner Environment -- Electricity and Chemistry -- The Chemical Industry -- Making Useful Chemicals -- Making Acids and Bases -- Soaps and Detergents -- Organic Compounds -- Carbon-Hydrogen Compounds -- Carbon, Hydrogen, and Oxygen -- Aromatic Compounds -- Heterocyclic Compounds -- Making Hydrocarbons -- Natural Polymers -- Synthetic Polymers -- Types of Plastics -- Shaping Plastics -- Using Plastics -- Recycling Polymers -- Vital Raw Materials -- Living Chemistry -- Chemistry as Food -- Chemicals in Agriculture -- Medical Drugs -- Finding New Drugs -- Photosynthesis -- Atmospheric Chemistry -- Glossary -- Further Research.
Access restrictions:
Access restricted to authorized users and institutions.
ISBN:
9781781210888 (print)1781210888 (print)9781784024024 (electronic version)
Dewey class:
540
LC class:
QD33.2
Language:
English
BRN:
502176
Electronic access:
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