Cobb, Cathy

Chronicles the history of physical chemistry, tracing the development of several scientific concepts and examining the people behind them, from the medieval days of "magick" to the modern study of nanotechnology.

The authors illustrate the fundamental concepts of chemistry through everyday experiences using familiar materials and nontechnical language.

The authors illustrate the fundamental concepts of chemistry through everyday experiences using familiar materials and nontechnical language.

Presents the history and future of chemistry by looking at the theories and breakthroughs, as well as the people, both charlatans and geniuses, who played a part in the development of this science.