Which is the densest element? Which has the largest atoms? And why are some elements radioactive? From the little-known uses of gold in medicine to the development of the hydrogen bomb, this is a fresh new look at the Periodic Table. Combining cutting edge science with fascinating facts and stunning infographics, this book looks at the extraordinary stories of discovery, amazing properties and surprising uses of each elements, whether solid, liquid or gas - naturally occurring, synthesised or theoretical! From hydrogen to oganesson, this is a fact-filled visual guide to each element,each accompanied by technical date (category, atomic number, weight, boiling point) as well as fun facts and stories about their discovery and surprising uses.
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Which is the densest element? Which has the largest atoms? And why are some elements radioactive? From the little-known uses of gold in medicine to the development of the hydrogen bomb, this is a fresh new look at the Periodic Table.
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Contents 1 The Periodic Table 2 The Big Picture 3 Inside Chemistry 4 Directory of Elements Glossary Index Acknowledgements
Accessible and beautiful new approach to a fascinating topic so often remembered as a dreary chart on classroom walls. Includes new and recently-discovered elements.
Produktdetaljer
ISBN
9781781319307
Publisert
2020-02-04
Utgiver
Vendor
White Lion Publishing
Høyde
216 mm
Bredde
166 mm
Aldersnivå
G, 01
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Antall sider
224
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