A Short Course in Inorganic Qualitative Analysis: For Engineering Students (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

James Simpson Chester Wells

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1527972992 ISBN 13: 9781527972995

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2022

Synopsis

Master qualitative analysis with a practical, student‑friendly guide for engineering chemistry.

This introductory text explains how to group metals and non‑metals, choose the right reagents, and approach reactions methodically. With a focus on real‑world applications, it helps you build solid laboratory skills and a clear understanding of how to identify unknown substances.

Written to be accessible for beginners, the book emphasizes logical progression over memorization. It suggests starting with group concepts, using familiar materials, and learning the purpose behind each test. The author also connects theory to practice by proposing engaging, solvable problems drawn from common minerals and real samples, making analysis both understandable and enjoyable.

• Learn the basis of qualitative vs. quantitative analysis and how to apply them in the lab emergency
• Explore the six metal groups and how reagents separate or identify members
• See how acids, bases, and salts are defined and detected in practice
• Engage with practical testing strategies using familiar materials like ores and alloys

Ideal for students and professionals seeking a reliable, craft‑oriented foundation in inorganic qualitative analysis for engineering contexts.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2022
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1527972992
• ISBN 13: 9781527972995
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 334