Master the art of dry analysis with this practical blowpipe course.
This instructional guide presents a graduated approach to blowpipe analysis, showing how ignition, sublimation, fusion, oxidation, and reduction reveal the character of minerals and metals. Clear explanations and step-by-step techniques help students and professionals sharpen their skills in a portable, field-friendly workflow.
Inside you’ll find concise descriptions of essential tools, common reagents, and the key reactions that identify substances through visible signs, textures, and beads. The text emphasizes hands-on practice, making complex chemistry approachable for beginners and valuable for seasoned mineralogists alike.
Ideal for students beginning blowpipe work and for professionals confirming mineral compositions.
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Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book introduces readers to blowpipe analysis, an analytical chemistry technique that allows for the rapid identification of various substances. Blowpipe analysis has been used by scientists throughout history for its portability and effectiveness in fieldwork. Since its initial development, it has seen consistent refinement, and this book offers a comprehensive guide to the most up-to-date methods employed in the field. The text includes detailed instructions on the techniques utilized in blowpipe analysis, as well as explanations of the underlying principles. It also provides a wealth of information on the different reagents and equipment used in blowpipe analysis. With the help of this book, readers will gain a thorough grounding in the theory and practice of blowpipe analysis, making it an indispensable resource for mineralogists, chemists, and other scientists working in the field. 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 # 9781330897706_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781330897706
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781330897706
Quantity: 15 available