The Problems of Chemistry

by W.G. Richards

Book Overview

In this stimulating work, Graham Richards provides general readers and students with an authoritative introduction to the central problems currently faced by chemistry. In clear, down-to-earth language he explains how atoms join to form molecules, and explores the major challenges preoccupying chemists, including the synthesis of new substances such as drugs, plastics, detergents and dyes. The book also examines the spectacular advances that have...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0192191918
• ISBN13: 9780192191915
• Release Date: April 1986
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
• Length: 112 Pages
• Weight: 0.53 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.7" x 8.5"