The Elements: A Very Short IntroductionOUP Oxford, 8. apr. 2004 - 192 síður This Very Short Introduction traces the history and cultural impact of the elements on humankind, and examines why people have long sought to identify the substances around them. Looking beyond the Periodic Table, the author examines our relationship with matter, from the uncomplicated vision of the Greek philosophers, who believed there were four elements - earth, air, fire, and water - to the work of modern-day scientists in creating elements such as hassium and meitnerium. Packed with anecdotes, The Elements is a highly engaging and entertaining exploration of the fundamental question: what is the world made from? ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable. |
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How oxygen changed the world | 21 |
The glorious and accursed element | 40 |
Organizing the elements | 65 |
Making new elements | 91 |
Why isotopes are useful | 118 |
Technologies of the elements | 139 |
Notes | 159 |
Further reading | 164 |
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End adds | 180 |
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