A dictionary of chemistry

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Title:

Author:

Daintith, John.

ISBN:

9780199204632

Edition:

6th ed.

Publication Information:

New York : Oxford University Press, 2008.

Physical Description:

584 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.

Series:

Oxford paperback reference

Contents:

Dictionary -- Atomic theory chronology -- Biochemistry chronology -- Crystal defects (feature) -- Explosives chronology -- Plastics chronology -- Polymers (feature) -- The Greek alphabet -- Fundamental constants -- SI Units -- The Electromagnetic spectrum -- The Periodic table -- The Chemical elements -- Nobel prizes in chemistry -- Useful websites.

Abstract:

"Fully revised and updated, the sixth edition of this popular dictionary covers all aspects of chemistry from physical chemistry to biochemisty, and boasts broader coverage in forensics, metallurgy, and geology. It is the ideal reference resource for students of chemistry and related subjects at school or university." "Features: over 4,700 entries - including feature entries on important topics such as polymers and crystal defects, and biographies of key figures; chronologies charting the main discoveries in such fields as atomic theory, biochemistry, explosives, and physics; and recommended web links for over 200 entries updated on the Dictionary of Chemistry website."--Jacket.

Subject Term:

Chemistry -- Dictionaries.

Added Author:

Daintith, John.

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Fully revised and updated, the sixth edition of this popular dictionary is the ideal reference resource for students of chemistry, either at school or at university. With over 4,700 entires - over 200 new to this edition - it covers all aspects of chemistry, from physical chemistry to biochemistry. The sixth edition boasts broader coverage in subject areas such as forensics, metallurgy, materials science, and geology, increasing the dictionary's appeal to students in these related fields. There are also biographical entries on key figures, highlighted entries on major topics such as polymers and crystal defects, and a chronology charting the main discoveries in atomic theory, biochemistry, explosives, and plastics.