Chemistry

A New York Times BestsellerAn eyeopening adventure deep inside the everyday materials that surround us, packed with surprising stories and fascinating science Why is glass seethrough What makes elastic stretchy Why does a paper clip bend Why does any material look and behave the way it does These are the sorts of questions that Mark Miodownik...

Readers continue to turn to Klein's Organic Chemistry as a Second Language: First Semester Topics, 4th Edition because it enables them to better understand fundamental principles, solve problems, and focus on what they need to know to succeed. This edition explores the major principles in the field and explains why they are relevant. It is written ...

Tragic genius, cuttingedge science, and the discovery that changed billions of lives?including your own.At the dawn of the twentieth century, humanity was facing global disaster: Mass starvation was about to become a reality. A call went out to the world?s scientists to find a solution. This is the story of the two men who found it: brilliant, sel...

With more than 1 million copies sold worldwide, The Elements is the most entertaining, comprehensive, and visually arresting book on all 118 elements in the periodic table. Includes a poster of Theodore Gray's iconic photographic periodic table of the elements! Based on seven years of research and photography by Theodore Gray and Nick Mann, The Ele...

Stewart Brand recommended this book on his "Selected Books for the Manual for Civilization" blog post.

Chemistry For Dummies, 2nd Edition (9781119293460) was previously published as Chemistry For Dummies, 2nd Edition (9781118007303). While this version features a new Dummies cover and design, the content is the same as the prior release and should not be considered a new or updated product. See how chemistry works in everything from soaps to medicin...

CHEMISTRY SECOND EDITIONThe fast, easy way to master the fundamentals of chemistryHave you ever wondered about the differences between liquids, gases, and solids Or what actually happens when something burnsWhat exactly is a solution An acid A base This is chemistrythecomposition and structure of substances composing all matter, andhow they ...

For courses in twosemester general chemistry. Accurate, datadriven authorship with expanded interactivity leads to greater student engagement Unrivaled problem sets, notable scientific accuracy and currency, and remarkable clarity have made Chemistry: The Central Science the leading general chemistry text for more than a decade. Trusted, innovati...

The 11th edition offers enhanced hallmark features, new innovations and revised discussions that that respond to key market needs for detailed and modern treatment of organic chemistry, embracing the power of visual learning and conquering the challenges of effective problem solving and assessment. KEY TOPICS: Matter: Its Properties and Measurement...

Have you ever wondered whether the forensic science you?ve seen on TV is anything like the real thing There?s no better way to find out than to roll up your sleeves and do it yourself. This fullcolor book offers advice for setting up an inexpensive home lab, and includes more than 50 handson lab sessions that deal with forensic science experimen...

Why did Gandhi hate iodine (I, 53) Why did the Japanese kill Godzilla with missiles made of cadmium (Cd, 48) How did radium (Ra, 88) nearly ruin Marie Curie's reputation And why did tellurium (Te, 52) lead to the most bizarre gold rush in historyThe periodic table is one of our crowning scientific achievements, but it's also a treasure trove of...

Have you ever wondered why onions make us cry Do you believe bananas contain more calories as they ripen and get sweeter This sequel to the bestselling What Einstein Told His Cook continues Robert L. Wolke?s investigations into the science behind our foods. In response to ongoing questions from readers of his nationally syndicated Washington Pos...

Do you wish you understood the science of foods, but don't want to plow through dry technical books What Einstein Told His Cook is like having a scientist at your side to answer your questions in plain, nontechnical terms. Chemistry professor and syndicated Washington Post food columnist Robert L. Wolke provides over 100 reliable and witty explana...

With each edition, Chemistry: The Molecular Nature of Matter and Change by Martin Silberberg is becoming a favorite among faculty and students. Silberberg's 5th edition contains features that make it the most comprehensive and relevant text for any student enrolled in a general chemistry course. The text contains unprecedented macroscopic to micros...

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A companion to the bestselling book The Elements: A Visual Exploration of Every Known Atom in the Universe, this beautiful photographic card deck features all 118 elements in the periodic table. One element per card appears as a fullsize image on the front and fascinating information about the element on the back.The Photographic Card Deck of The ...

For onesemester courses in General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry A friendly, engaging text that reveals connections between chemistry, health, and the environment Chemistry: An Introduction to General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry , 13th Edition is the ideal resource for anyone interested in learning about allied health. Assuming no prio...

For courses in chemistry. Actively engage students to become expert problem solvers and critical thinkers Nivaldo Tro's Chemistry: A Molecular Approach presents chemistry visually through multilevel imagesmacroscopic, molecular, and symbolic representationsto help students see the connections between the world they see around them, the atoms a...

In the spirit of A Short History of Nearly Everything comes Periodic Tales. Awardwinning science writer Hugh AnderseyWilliams offers readers a captivating look at the elements?and the amazing, littleknown stories behind their discoveries. Periodic Tales is an energetic and wideranging book of innovations and innovators, of superstition and scie...

When you're cooking, you're a chemist! Every time you follow or modify a recipe, you are experimenting with acids and bases, emulsions and suspensions, gels and foams. In your kitchen you denature proteins, crystallize compounds, react enzymes with substrates, and nurture desired microbial life while suppressing harmful bacteria and fungi. And unli...

In Cook's Science, the allnew companion to the New York Timesbestselling The Science of Good Cooking, America's Test Kitchen deep dives into the surprising science behind 50 of our favorite ingredientsand uses that science to make them taste their best. From the editors of Cook's Illustrated, and the bestselling The Science of Good Cooking, co...

The exploration of the elements continues! Theodore Gray's Elements Vault builds on Gray's bestselling book with all new text, plus removable historic letters and other artifacts and collectible samples of real elements The Elements Vault picks up where The Elements left off. Organized into the nine major groups of the periodic table, including th...

Bestselling author Theodore Gray is back with allnew, spectacular experiments that demonstrate basic principles of chemistry and physics in thrilling, and memorable ways. For nearly a decade, Theodore Gray has been demonstrating basic principles of chemistry and physics through exciting, sometimes daredevil experiments that he executes, photograp...

In his highly anticipated sequel to The Elements, Theodore Gray demonstrates how the elements of the periodic table combine to form the molecules that make up our world. Everything physical is made up of the elements and the infinite variety of molecules they form when they combine with each other. In Molecules, Theodore Gray takes the next step in...

This comprehensive collection of over 300 intriguing investigationsincluding demonstrations, labs, and other activities uses everyday examples to make chemistry concepts easy to understand. It is part of the twovolume PHYSICAL SCIENCE CURRICULUM LIBRARY, which consists of HandsOn Physics Activities With RealLife Applications and HandsOn Chem...

For onesemester courses in Preparatory Chemistry Builds 21st century and problem solving skills, preparing students for success Now in its 6th Edition, the bestselling Introductory Chemistry continues to encourage student interest by showing how chemistry manifests in students' daily lives. Author Nivaldo Tro draws upon his classroom experience a...

Organic chemistry is not merely a compilation of principles, but rather, it is a disciplined method of thought and analysis. Success in organic chemistry requires mastery in two core aspects: fundamental concepts and the skills needed to apply those concepts and solve problems. Readers must learn to become proficient at approaching new situations m...

Loaded with 100 kidtested experiments in science, Technology,, engineering, art, and math?Science Experiments for Kids puts the STEAM back in learning. Getting kids excited about science can be difficult. Science Experiments for Kids provides young scientists ages 510 with handson experiments that teach them how to apply the scientific method. F...

Linus Pauling (19011994) chemist, peace activist, vitamin C advocate, and the only person in history to win two unshared Nobel Prizes leaped the boundaries of physics, chemistry, biology, politics, and medicine to earn a reputation as one of America's greatest scientists and humanitarians. In a balanced, captivating biography, science writer...

Experience the magic of biology in your own home lab. This handson introduction includes more than 30 educational (and fun) experiments that help you explore this fascinating field on your own. Perfect for middle and highschool students and DIY enthusiasts, this fullcolor guide teaches you the basics of biology lab work and shows you how to set...

Author of the bestselling book The Elements Theodore Gray demonstrates essential scientific principles through thrilling daredevil experiments. In Mad Science, Theodore Gray launches a toy rocket using the energy released from an Oreo cookie, ignites a phosphorus sun by suspending half a gram of white phosphorus in a globe filled with pure oxygen ...

For students, DIY hobbyists, and science buffs, who can no longer get real chemistry sets, this oneofakind guide explains how to set up and use a home chemistry lab, with stepbystep instructions for conducting experiments in basic chemistry not just to make pretty colors and stinky smells, but to learn how to do real lab work:Purify alcohol...

This fascinating book takes the reader on a journey of discovery into the world of dangerous organic poisons....

The Nazis discovered it. The Allies won the war with it. It conquered diseases, changed laws, and singlehandedly launched the era of antibiotics. This incredible discovery was sulfa, the first antibiotic. In The Demon Under the Microscope, Thomas Hager chronicles the dramatic history of the drug that shaped modern medicine.Sulfa saved millions of ...

As one of the most recognizable images in science, the periodic table is ingrained in our culture. First drawn up in 1869 by Dmitri Mendeleev, its 118 elements make up not only everything on our planet but also everything in the entire universe.The Periodic Table looks at the fascinating story and surprising uses of each of those elements, whether ...

The Periodic Table by Primo Levi is an impassioned response to the Holocaust: Consisting of 21 short stories, each possessing the name of a chemical element, the collection tells of the author's experiences as a JewishItalian chemist before, during, and after Auschwitz in luminous, clear, and unfailingly beautiful prose. It has been named the best...

Why use the traditional approach to study the stars when you can turn computers, handheld devices, and telescopes into outofthisworld stargazing tools Whether you're a first timer or an advanced hobbyist, you'll find Astronomy Hacks both useful and fun. From upgrading your optical finder to photographing stars, this book is the perfect cosmic c...

Color and light are the focus of this longawaited fifth volume in the Chemical Demonstrations series, which describes demonstrations that effectively communicate science to both students and general audiences. Using full color illustrations, the book provides meticulous instructions for safely demonstrating colorful phenomena and illustrating scie...

The demonstrations capture interest, teach, inform, fascinate, amaze, and perhaps, most importantly, involve students in chemistry. Nowhere else will you find books that answer, "How come it happens . . . Is it safe . . . What do I do with all the stuff when the demo is over" Shakhashiri and his collaborators offer 282 chemical demonstrations...

A practical, complete, and easytouse guide for understanding major chemistry concepts and terms Master the fundamentals of chemistry with this fast and easy guide. Chemistry is a fundamental science that touches all other sciences, including biology, physics, electronics, environmental studies, astronomy, and more. Thousands of students have succ...

Napoleon's Buttons is the fascinating account of seventeen groups of molecules that have greatly influenced the course of history. These molecules provided the impetus for early exploration, and made possible the voyages of discovery that ensued. The molecules resulted in grand feats of engineering and spurred advances in medicine and law; they det...

If you have ever suspected that "heavy water" is the title of a bootleg Pink Floyd album, believed that surface tension is an anxiety disorder, or imagined that a noble gas is the result of a heavy meal at Buckingham Palace, then you need The Cartoon Guide to Chemistry to set you on the road to chemical literacy.You don't need to be a scientist to ...

Science has never been so easy?or so much fun! With The Everything Kids' Science Experiments Book, all you need to do is gather a few household items and you can recreate dozens of mindblowing, kidtested science experiments. High school science teacher Tom Robinson shows you how to expand your scientific horizons from biology, chemistry, physics,...

Oliver Sacks's luminous memoir charts the growth of a mind. Born in 1933 into a family of formidably intelligent London Jews, he discovered the wonders of the physical sciences early from his parents and their flock of brilliant siblings, most notably "Uncle Tungsten" (real name, Dave), who "manufactured lightbulbs with filaments of fine tungsten w...