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The chemistry book / contributors, Charlotte Sleigh, consultant, Andy Brunning, Cathy Cobb, Andy Extance, John Farndon, Tim Harris, Robert Snedden.

Sleigh, Charlotte, (consultant.). Brunning, Andy, (author.). Cobb, Cathy, (author.). Extance, Andy, (author.). Farndon, John, (author.). Harris, Tim, (author.). Snedden, Robert, (author.). DK Publishing, Inc., (publisher.).

Summary:

Written in plain English, The Chemistry Book is packed with short, pithy explanations of more than 95 key ideas. Step-by-step flowcharts unpick complex theories, diagrams demystify chemical processes, illuminating quotes make the ideas and discoveries memorable, and witty illustrations enhance and play with our understanding of the science. Whether you're new to the subject, an avid student of chemistry, or simply intrigued about the diverse applications within the field, you'll find plenty in this book to satisfy your curiosity.

Record details

  • ISBN: 9780744056327
  • ISBN: 0744056322
  • Physical Description: 336 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
  • Edition: First American edition.
  • Publisher: New York, NY : DK Publishing, [2022]

Content descriptions

General Note:
Includes index.
Formatted Contents Note:
Practical chemistry -- The age of alchemy -- Enlightenment chemistry -- The chemical revolution -- The industrial age -- The machine age -- The nuclear age -- A changing world.
Subject: Chemistry > Popular works.
Genre: Instructional and educational works.
Self-instructional works.
Informational works.

Available copies

  • 2 of 3 copies available at Sage Library System.
  • 0 of 1 copy available at Union County Public Libraries. (Show)
  • 0 of 1 copy available at Cook Memorial Library - La Grande . (Show)

Holds

  • 0 current holds with 3 total copies.
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Location Call Number / Copy Notes Barcode Shelving Location Circulation Modifier Status Due Date Courses
Cook Memorial Library - La Grande 540 D711 (Text) 35178002082496 New Adult Non-Fiction Checked out 06/03/2025
Hood River County Bookmobile YA 540 CHE 2022 (Text) 33892100827006 Young Adult Non-Fiction Available -
Parkdale Library 540 CHE 2022 (Text) 33892100819748 Adult Non-Fiction Available -

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