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Rhubarb Connection and Other Revelations: The Everyday World of Metal Ions
Rhubarb Connection and Other Revelations: The Everyday World of Metal Ions
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Discover the chemistry of metal ions in everyday life, from blood-sugar meters to leather shoes and chewing gum. Meet heroes and villains, real and fictional, scientists and laypeople, and learn about the fascinating backstories of chemical discoveries and inventions.
\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 212 pages
\n Publication date: 06 December 2018
\n Publisher: Royal Society of Chemistry
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Behold the captivating world of metal ions, where pink warships vanish at dusk, urinary maladies of an emperor, and a gold test for cocaine reveal their hidden chemistry. In this enthralling book, you will embark on a journey to uncover the sarcophagus molecule, the Chen-Kao test, and the remarkable ways in which glowing luminol can catch murderers red-handed. Prepare to delve into the hidden chemistry of metal ions in everyday life, from the ingenious modern devices that measure blood-sugar levels to the leather on your shoes and chewing gum stuck to their soles.
Meet a cast of unforgettable characters, both real and fictional, scientists and laypeople. From an ex-MI5 employee running a hospital ward in London amidst falling German V1 rockets to a notorious racing cyclist, a proud butler, and the lady who first proposed nuclear fission (it's not who you think it is), these individuals have played pivotal roles in the history of chemical discoveries and inventions.
With engaging, humorous, and intelligent prose, the reader will discover the fascinating backstories of chemical discoveries and inventions where metal ions have played a major role. Written by popular science communicator Dr Raychelle Burks of St. Edward's University, Texas, this book is a must-read for anyone who wants to explore the intricate world of metal ions and the incredible impact they have had on our lives.
\n Weight: 366g\n
Dimension: 154 x 233 x 14 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781788010948\n \n
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