Molecules at an Exhibition
Molecules at an Exhibition by John Emsley, published by Oxford University Press in 1999, is a 250-page exploration of the fascinating world of chemistry. This book addresses intriguing questions about everyday substances, such as what ingredient in Coke can remove rust and what the bitterest substance on earth is. Emsley presents a variety of well-known molecules, including water and oxygen, as well as versatile plastics and even hazardous compounds, all without using complex formulas or diagrams, making the content accessible to a broad audience.
Readers will find a collection of engaging articles that blend history, science, and anecdotes, providing insights into the materials that constitute our environment. Topics covered include biochemistry, nutrition, and environmental chemistry, among others. This edition serves as an informative resource for anyone interested in understanding the chemicals that influence our daily lives, from the food we consume to the air we breathe.
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What ingredient in Coke can remove rust from chrome? What is the bitterest substance on earth? What is the worst smelling one? In this entertaining tour of chemistry, John Emsley answers these and many other questions as he illuminates the materials that make up our world. Dozens of livelyarticles explore such well-known molecules as water, oxygen, and glass; versatile plastics like polypropylene, polystyrene, and polyurethane; even “elements from hell” such as Sarin (a lethal nerve gas). With no formulas, equations, or molecular diagrams to baffle the non-expert, each piece blendshistory, science, and anecdote, with many intriguing facts added to the mix.”The world of chemistry has never been made as entertaining,” writes Nobel Prize-winning chemist Roald Hoffmann. Indeed, this book will fascinate everyone curious about the chemicals in the foods we eat, the clothes we wear, and the air we breathe.
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