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4) The elements
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DK
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English
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A visual tour of the periodic table offers clear explanations of its elements, along with an overview of scientific pioneers, key discoveries, and the creation of the table.
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Oxford University Press
Language
English
Description
What is the most common element in the universe? Can you name the noble gases? Everything we see around us is made of chemical elements, but most of us know little about them.Penned by award-winning science writer John Emsley, Nature's Building Blocks explains the what, why and wherefore of the chemical elements. Arranged alphabetically, from Actinium to Zirconium, it is a complete guide to all 115 of those that are currently known, with more extensive...
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English
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From New York Times bestselling author Sam Kean comes incredible stories of science, history, finance, mythology, the arts, medicine, and more, as told by the Periodic Table.
Why did Gandhi hate iodine (I, 53)? How did radium (Ra, 88) nearly ruin Marie Curie's reputation? And why is gallium (Ga, 31) the go-to element for laboratory pranksters?
The Periodic Table is a crowning scientific achievement, but it's also a treasure...
Why did Gandhi hate iodine (I, 53)? How did radium (Ra, 88) nearly ruin Marie Curie's reputation? And why is gallium (Ga, 31) the go-to element for laboratory pranksters?
The Periodic Table is a crowning scientific achievement, but it's also a treasure...
8) Boron
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Marshall Cavendish Benchmark
Pub. Date
c2006
Language
English
Description
A simple look at this important element.
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English
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Explore the fascinating interplay between chemical elements and biological life with Biological and Medical Significance of Chemical Elements. This comprehensive handbook delves into the pivotal role that various chemical elements from the periodic table play in the intricate web of life processes. Discover how these elements impact human health, influence drug development, and contribute to essential biological pathways. Key Features: - Provides...
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English
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Understanding the Importance of Relationships in BusinessIn today's fast-paced and interconnected world, building strong relationships is crucial for success in any field, particularly in the business world. Whether you are an aspiring entrepreneur, a budding professional, or a student aiming to excel in the corporate world, understanding the importance of relationships is paramount. This subchapter delves into the significance of cultivating meaningful...
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Bethlehem Books
Pub. Date
[2003]
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English
Description
By putting over 3,000 years of faces on the search for the elemental principles -- from the Greek philosopher Anaximander, who held that all the material world was made of four "elements", Earth, Air, Fire, and Water; to teams of modern scientists who race to create new elements -- Benjamin Wiker has moved chemistry off the shelf of dry-and-dusty arcania and given the reader a gum-shoe tale filled with odd and interesting characters.
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Black Dog & Leventhal Publishers
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
"The long-awaited third installment in Theodore Gray's iconic "Elements" trilogy The first two titles, Elements and Molecules, have sold more than 1.5 million copies worldwide. With Reactions bestselling author Theodore Gray continues the journey through our molecular and chemical world that began with the tour de force The Elements and continued with Molecules. In The Elements, Gray gave us a never-before-seen, mesmerizing photographic view of the...
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English
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Dive into the mysterious world of "Occult Chemistry: Clairvoyant Observations on the Chemical Elements," a groundbreaking ebook by Annie Besant. This fascinating read offers an unparalleled glimpse into the esoteric aspects of the chemical elements, explored through the lens of clairvoyance. Besant, a distinguished figure in the fields of theosophy and spiritual science, combines her deep spiritual insights with a scientific approach, resulting in...
16) Zinc
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Series
Publisher
Marshall Cavendish Benchmark
Pub. Date
c2006
Language
English
Description
Learn about zinc, its importance, and its characteristics.
17) Elements
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Series
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Children's Press
Pub. Date
2012
Language
English
Description
Discusses the creation of the periodic table of the elements and why this chart is the foundation of modern chemistry.
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Rourke Educational Media
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
"What make up every single thing in the universe? Teeny tiny specks called atoms. Atoms are the tiniest forms of matter, and matter is everything. Start reading to see what else you can learn about... well, everything!" --
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