Organic Chemistry of Museum Objects
Organic Chemistry of Museum Objects

Author: John Mills

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2012-09-10

Total Pages: 223

ISBN-13: 1136000011

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'The Organic Chemistry of Museum Objects' makes available in a single volume, a survey of the chemical composition, properties and analysis of the whole range of organic materials incorporated into objects and artworks found in museum collections. The authors cover the fundamental chemistry of the bulk materials such as wood, paper, natural fibres and skin products, as well as that of the relatively minor components incorporated as paint, media, varnishes, adhesives and dyes. This expanded second edition, now in paperback, follows the structure of the first, though it has been extensively updated. In addition to chapters on basic organic chemistry, analytical methods, analytical findings and fundamental aspects of deterioration, the subject matter is grouped as far as possible by broad chemical class - oils and fats, waxes, bitumens, carbohydrates, proteins, natural resins, dyestuffs and synthetic polymers. This is an essential purchase for all practising and student conservators, restorers, museum scientists, curators and organic chemists.

The Organic Chemistry of Museum Objects
The Organic Chemistry of Museum Objects

Author: Stephen G Rees-Jones

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 1987-02-24

Total Pages: 178

ISBN-13: 0080570763

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The Organic Chemistry of Museum Objects provides an account of the composition, chemistry, and analysis of the organic materials which enter into the structures of objects in museum collections. This book is not intended to duplicate the information available in existing handbooks on the materials and techniques of art and conservation but rather to convey the state of knowledge of the chemical composition of such materials and so provide a framework for a general understanding of their properties. The book begins with a review of basic organic chemistry, covering hydrocarbons and compounds with functional groups. It then describes spectrometry and separation methods. This is followed by discussions of the chemistry and composition of oils and fats, natural waxes, bituminous materials, carbohydrates, proteins, and natural resins and lacquers. Subsequent chapters deal with synthetic materials, i.e., high molecular weight polymers of a wholly synthetic nature; and natural and synthetic dyestuffs. Also discussed are the deterioration and other changes in organic materials resulting from both free radical and ionic reactions; and the application of analytical methods to identify the organic materials of actual museum objects. This book is intended for both chemists and nonchemists.

Pharmacognosy
Pharmacognosy

Author: Simone Badal McCreath

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2023-10-13

Total Pages: 849

ISBN-13: 0443186588

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Pharmacognosy: Fundamentals, Applications and Strategies, Second Edition represents a comprehensive compilation of the philosophical, scientific and technological aspects of contemporary pharmacognosy. The book examines the impact of the advanced techniques of pharmacognosy on improving the quality, safety and effectiveness of traditional medicines, and how pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics have a crucial role to play in discerning the relationships of active metabolites to bioavailability and function at the active sites, as well as the metabolism of plant constituents. Structured in seven parts, the book covers the foundational aspects of Pharmacognosy, the chemistry of plant metabolites, their effects, other sources of metabolites, crude drugs from animals, basic animal anatomy and physiology, technological applications and biotechnology, and the current trends in research. New to this edition is a chapter on plant metabolites and SARS-Cov-2, extensive updates on existing chapters and the development of a Laboratory Guide to support instructors execute practical activities on the laboratory setting. Covers the main sources of natural bioactive substances Contains practice questions and laboratory exercises at the end of every chapter to test learning and retention Describes how pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics play a crucial role in discerning the relationships of active metabolites to bioavailability and function at active sites Includes a dedicated chapter on the effect of plant metabolites on SARS-CoV-2

Proceedings
Proceedings

Author: Chemical Specialties Manufacturers Association

Publisher:

Published: 1953

Total Pages: 844

ISBN-13:

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Chemistry and Biochemistry of Natural Waxes
Chemistry and Biochemistry of Natural Waxes

Author: P. E. Kolattukudy

Publisher: Elsevier Science & Technology

Published: 1976

Total Pages: 492

ISBN-13:

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Introduction to natural waxes. Mammalian waxes. Marine waxes. Bird waxes. Biochemistry of bird waxes. Insect waxes. Chemistry of waxes of higher plants. Biochemistry of plant waxes. Algal and fungal waxes. Basterial waxes.