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  • Jean-Baptiste Dumas

    Published by Forgotten Books, 2024

    ISBN 10: 1390060705 ISBN 13: 9781390060706

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    Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is an instructional guide to the fundamental principles of chemistry and their applications in industrial processes. The author, who has many years of experience as a professor and industrial chemist, presents a clear and concise overview of the subject, covering topics such as the nature of matter, the behavior of gases, the properties of solids and liquids, and the principles of chemical reactions. The author's approach is both theoretical and practical, with a strong emphasis on the practical applications of chemistry in industry. He provides numerous examples of how chemical principles are used in the production of a wide variety of industrial products, from fertilizers to plastics to pharmaceuticals. One of the strengths of this book is its focus on the historical development of chemistry. The author traces the evolution of chemical thought from the ancient Greeks to the present day, providing a context for understanding the modern science of chemistry. He also discusses the role of chemistry in the development of new technologies, such as the steam engine and the internal combustion engine. Overall, this book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning about the fundamental principles of chemistry and their applications in the real world. It is a must-read for students of chemistry, chemical engineers, and anyone else who wants to understand the role of chemistry in modern society. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item.