Molecules With Silly Or Unusual Names

Molecules With Silly Or Unusual Names

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Presents the quirky side of scientific nomenclature. This book features some molecules that have unusual, rude, ridiculous or downright silly names. It also contains illustrations of molecules with a photograph and/or image that relates directly or indirectly to its name and molecular structure.

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Molecules With Silly Or Unusual Names by Paul W May

This popular science book shows that chemists do have a sense of humor, and this book is a celebration of the quirky side of scientific nomenclature. Here, some molecules are shown that have unusual, rude, ridiculous or downright silly names. Written in an easy-to-read style, anyone — not just scientists — can appreciate the content. Each molecule is illustrated with a photograph and/or image that relates directly or indirectly to its name and molecular structure. Thus, the book is not only entertaining, but also educational.
SKU Non disponible
ISBN 13 9781848162075
ISBN 10 1848162073
Titre Molecules With Silly Or Unusual Names
Auteur Paul W May
État Non disponible
Type de reliure Paperback
Éditeur Imperial College Press
Année de publication 2008-08-26
Nombre de pages 188
Note de couverture La photo du livre est présentée à titre d'illustration uniquement. La reliure, la couverture ou l'édition réelle peuvent varier.
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