Encyclopedia Of Chemistry (Science Encyclopedia)

Encyclopedia Of Chemistry (Science Encyclopedia) by Rittner, Don. hardcover edition. ISBN: 9780816048946.

With a structure that reflects the way chemistry is currently studied, the comprehensive Encyclopedia of Chemistry is the definitive reference to this vast subject area. Hundreds of chemistry-related entries, more than 150 photographs and illustrations, nine thought-provoking essays, leading discoveries, and biographies of notable chemists throughout history provide high school and early college students with the most complete information available. Addressing a subject whose understanding is crucial to all mature science students, Encyclopedia of Chemistry presents an engaging, interactive approach to learning. Additional material directs students to further pursue their studies, including links to informative websites and summaries of chemistry-related resources. A special section listing all Nobel Prize winners in chemistry, a bibliography, and a references-cited section complete this informative encyclopedia. Students and professionals alike will benefit from the extensive coverage and easy-to-use format of this resource. Entries include: Atomic mass unit (amu) Binary fission Boyles law Cheletropic reaction Enzyme induction Fahrenheit, Daniel Gabriel G-factor Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle Krebs cycle Nuclear binding energy Photosynthesis Polymerase chain reaction Radiocarbon dating Suicide inhibition Thermonuclear energy.