The Extraordinary Chemistry of Ordinary Things

Presenting chemistry concepts in the context of how they are applied to ordinary things, this text uses common consumer products as examples, and then discusses the chemical principles behind them. Perspectives on how these principles affect our lives on a larger scale are included.

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Presenting chemistry concepts in the context of how they are applied to ordinary things, this text uses common consumer products as examples and then discusses the chemical principles behind them. Perspectives on how these principles affect our lives on a larger scale are included, as well as additional readings at the end of every chapter which include both current and classic trade books as well as articles from various periodicals.