The Fly in the Ointment by Joe Schwarcz
Dr. Joe Schwarcz breaks down the fascinating chemistry all around us in this intriguing look at everyday science From pesticides and environmental estrogens to lipsticks and garlic, the science that surrounds us can be mystifying. Why do some people drill holes in their heads for enlightenment? How did a small chemical error nearly convict the unfortunate Patricia Stallings for murdering her son? Where does the expression take a bromide come from? Dr. Joe Schwarcz investigates aphrodisiacs, DT, bottled water, vitamins, barbiturates, plastic wrap, and smoked meat. He puts worries about acrylamide, preservatives, and waxed fruit into perspective and unravels the mysteries of bulletproof vests, weight loss diets, and mad honey. From the fanciful to the factual, Dr. Joe enlightens us all -- no drills attached.Dr. Joe Schwarcz is a chemical professor at McGill University in Montreal, Canada, and the Director of the Office for Chemistry and Society. He broadcasts a weekly phone-in radio show, appears frequently on Canadian television, gives a number of public lectures, contributes feature pieces to the Washington Post on a regular basis, and writes a weekly column for the Montreal Gazette. He has garnered numerous awards, including the coveted Grady-Stack Prize for Communicating Chemistry for the Public from the American Chemical Society. Dr. Joe is a resident of Montreal.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781550226218 |
| ISBN 10 | 1550226215 |
| Title | The Fly in the Ointment |
| Author | Joseph A Schwarcz |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | ECW Press,Canada |
| Year published | 2004-08-30 |
| Number of pages | 272 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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