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"A gold mine of valuable information...rich in background information about each element (and) as informative as it is interesting to read!" - The Science Teacher (NSTA)
The chemical elements and the basic principles of chemistry are the foundations of all scientific study. This excellent introductory chemical-literacy reference book contains separate articles on each of the 112 elements.
Each article is written in clear nontechnical language, using historical anecdotes and everyday examples. Topics covered include atomic number, chemical symbol and group; its discovery and the personalities and processes involved; appearance in pure form and abundance on Earth; chemical properties and uses including medicinal and industrial, and much more.
Learn about the astonishing role the Swedish town of Ytterby has played in the history of chemistry; how new elements are named; and elements that exist only in the stars. Nicely illustrated with many full color and archival photographs, and newly revised and updated to include the latest official name changes in the elements.
This "indispensable resource" (Science Books and Film) is an essential classroom addition. Sources for further reading, chronology of element discoveries, glossary and index. 238 pp., softcover.


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