Explore the chemistry of elements and compounds in Mendeléff's authoritative volume, with clear explanations of reactions, properties, and the periodic relationships that govern them.
The Principles of Chemistry, Vol. 2 continues the rigorous study of how elements combine, react, and relate to one another. It covers the behavior of sulfur, selenium, tellurium, and chlorine, including the formation and reactions of chloranhydrides and related compounds, with careful attention to synthesis and decomposition. The text also discusses hydrogen’s role in diverse reactions and the idea that similar substances can share common characters even when their forms differ.
Readers will gain insight into historical and experimental context, the interpretation of atomic weights, and the periodic trends that shape chemical behavior. The volume blends theory with practical description, helping readers understand how chemists classify and predict reactions across the spectrum of inorganic and early organic chemistry.
- In-depth treatment of sulfur compounds, chloranhydrides, and related reagents
- Discussion of hydrogen’s mobility and its role in a variety of reactions
- Examination of atomic weights and periodic relationships among elements
- Connections between theory and experimental methods with clear, non-technical explanations
Ideal for students and readers of classic chemistry seeking a foundational, historically grounded reference.