Isbn: 9781330284537 - a treatise on chemistry, vol. 2: metals (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating realm of metals, exploring their historical significance, physical properties, and chemical behaviours. The author traces our understanding of metals from ancient times, where only a handful were known, to the 19th century when scientific advancements led to the discovery and classification of many more. The book delves into the unique properties of metals, such as their specific gravity, melting points, and crystalline structures. It explores the intriguing phenomenon of alloys, where different metals combine to form materials with enhanced characteristics, like the strength of gunmetal and the sonorous quality of bell metal. The author also investigates the nature of amalgams, mixtures of metals with mercury, and their various applications. A central theme throughout the book is the concept of quantivalence, which describes the combining power of elements. The author discusses the challenges of determining the quantivalence of metals, especially those that do not form volatile compounds. The book also explores the diverse ways metals react with oxygen, leading to the formation of basic oxides, peroxides, and acid-forming oxides. This exploration of metals provides valuable insights into their fundamental nature and their crucial role in both scientific understanding and practical applications, revealing the remarkable diversity and adaptability of these essential elements. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…