Emsley, John.

Molecules at an exhibition : portraits of intriguing materials in everyday life / John Emsley. - New York : Oxford University Press, 1999, c1998. - xiii, 250 p ; 20 cm.

Includes bibliographical references (p. [236]-238) and index.

Choice. New York Times. Wilson's Senior High School.

Presents scientific portraits of a variety of molecules people encounter in the course of their everyday lives, grouped within eight categories, each with a common theme, including foods, the body, the home, and travel.

Adult Follett Library Resources.

0192862065


Biochemistry--Popular works.
Chemistry, Technical--Popular works.
Environmental chemistry--Popular works.
Nutrition--Popular works.
Toxicology--Popular works.
Biochemistry.
Industrial chemistry.
Nutrition.
Poisons and poisoning.

QP514.2 / .E47 1999

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