A Short History of Chemistry

A Short History of Chemistry

Author: James Riddick Partington

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 1989-01-01

Total Pages: 450

ISBN-13: 0486659771

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This classic exposition explores the origins of chemistry, alchemy, early medical chemistry, nature of atmosphere, theory of valency, laws and structure of atomic theory, and much more.


The History of Chemistry: A Very Short Introduction

The History of Chemistry: A Very Short Introduction

Author: William H. Brock

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Published: 2016-01-28

Total Pages: 169

ISBN-13: 0191025852

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From man's first exploration of natural materials and their transformations to today's materials science, chemistry has always been the central discipline that underpins both the physical and biological sciences, as well as technology. In this Very Short Introduction, William H Brock traces the unique appeal of this fundamental science throughout history. Covering alchemy, early-modern chemistry, pneumatic chemistry and Lavoisier's re-interpretation of chemical change, the rise of organic and physical chemistry, and the transforming power of synthesis, Brock explores the extraordinary and often puzzling transformations of natural and artificial materials, as well as the men and women who experimented, speculated, and explained matter and change. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.


A History of Modern Chemistry

A History of Modern Chemistry

Author: Noboru Hirota

Publisher: Apollo Books

Published: 2016

Total Pages: 810

ISBN-13: 9781920901141

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"This publication is a translation of the book entitles Gendai Kagakusi (A History of Modern Chemistry) published by Kyoto University Press in 2013.


Science and Technology in World History, Volume 4

Science and Technology in World History, Volume 4

Author: David Deming

Publisher: McFarland

Published: 2016-04-13

Total Pages: 339

ISBN-13: 0786494034

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The history of science is a story of human discovery--intertwined with religion, philosophy, economics and technology. The fourth in a series, this book covers the beginnings of the modern world, when 16th-century Europeans began to realize that their scientific achievements surpassed those of the Greeks and Romans. Western Civilization organized itself around the idea that human technological and moral progress was achievable and desirable. Science emerged in 17th-century Europe as scholars subordinated reason to empiricism. Inspired by the example of physics, men like Robert Boyle began the process of changing alchemy into the exact science of chemistry. During the 18th century, European society became more secular and tolerant. Philosophers and economists developed many of the ideas underpinning modern social theories and economic policies. As the Industrial Revolution fundamentally transformed the world by increasing productivity, people became more affluent, better educated and urbanized, and the world entered an era of unprecedented prosperity and progress.


The Quest for Aqua Vitae

The Quest for Aqua Vitae

Author: Seth C. Rasmussen

Publisher: Springer Science & Business

Published: 2014-04-23

Total Pages: 112

ISBN-13: 3319063022

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Ethyl alcohol, or ethanol, is one of the most ubiquitous chemical compounds in the history of the chemical sciences. The generation of alcohol via fermentation is also one of the oldest forms of chemical technology, with the production of fermented beverages such as mead, beer and wine predating the smelting of metals. By the 12th century, the ability to isolate alcohol from wine had moved this chemical species from a simple component of alcoholic beverages to both a new medicine and a powerful new solvent. Of course, this also began the long tradition of production of liqueurs and strong spirits for consumption. The use of alcohol as a fuel, however, did not occur until significantly later periods. This volume presents a general overview of the early history and chemistry of alcohol production and isolation, as well as a discussion of its early uses in both the chemical arts and medicine.


The Development of Modern Chemistry

The Development of Modern Chemistry

Author: Aaron J. Ihde

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 1984-01-01

Total Pages: 882

ISBN-13: 0486642356

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From ancient Greek theory to the explosive discoveries of the 20th century, this authoritative history shows how major chemists, their discoveries, and political, economic, and social developments transformed chemistry into a modern science. 209 illustrations. 14 tables. Bibliographies. Indices. Appendices.


The Chemical Tree

The Chemical Tree

Author: William Hodson Brock

Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 786

ISBN-13: 9780393320688

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From alchemy to industry, this authoritative volume is a synthetic history of chemistry through the ages, from its development as a scientific philosophy to its modern-day practical applications. A "New York Times" Notable Book. of illustrations.


The Sceptical Chymist

The Sceptical Chymist

Author: Robert Boyle

Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand

Published: 2020-07-30

Total Pages: 182

ISBN-13: 3752370815

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Reproduction of the original: The Sceptical Chymist by Robert Boyle


Nomenclature of Organic Chemistry

Nomenclature of Organic Chemistry

Author:

Publisher: Royal Society of Chemistry

Published: 2014

Total Pages: 1614

ISBN-13: 0854041826

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Detailing the latest rules and international practice, this new volume can be considered a guide to the essential organic chemical nomenclature, commonly described as the "Blue Book."