Explore the science that shapes the world, from growing crops to making everyday goods.
This accessible edition presents chemistry in plain language, linking ideas to real-world applications and practical experiments. You’ll discover how chemistry fits into daily life and why the subject matters to farmers, artisans, and curious learners alike.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book chronicles the captivating evolution of chemistry from alchemy to a science based on experimentation and quantitative analysis. It begins with the rudimentary practices of ancient alchemists and traces the gradual emergence of chemistry as a methodical discipline in the 17th century. The author highlights the contributions of pioneering scientists who laid the groundwork for modern chemistry, including Lavoisier, Priestley, Cavendish, and others. The book explores the theories and discoveries that shaped our understanding of elements, combustion, gases, and chemical reactions, providing a comprehensive overview of the subject's historical development. By delving into the rich tapestry of chemistry's past, this book reveals the profound impact scientific inquiry has had on our understanding of the natural world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780331337792_0
Quantity: Over 20 available
Seller: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9780331337792
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9780331337792
Quantity: 15 available