Dictionary of Chemistry (McGraw-Hill Dictionary of)

by Mc Graw - Hill (Author)

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  Paperback
  2003

  $3.25

  This title offers the language of chemistry at your fingertips. Derived from the world-renowned McGraw-Hill Dictionary of Scientific and Technical Terms, Sixth Edition , this vital reference offers a wealth of essential information in a portable, convenient, quick-find format. Whether you're a professional, a student, a writer, or a general reader with an interest in science, there is no better or more authoritative way to stay up-to-speed with the current language of chemistry or gain an understanding of its key ideas and concepts.Written in clear, simple language understandable to the general reader, yet in-depth enough for scientists, educators, and advanced students, The McGraw-Hill Dictionary of Chemistry, Second Edition : has been extensively revised, with 9,000 entries that fully define the language of chemistry; includes synonyms, acronyms, and abbreviations; provides pronunciations for all terms; covers such topics as analytical chemistry, inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, physical chemistry, polymer chemistry, and spectroscopy, as well as terms in related areas such as biotechnology and biochemistry; also includes an appendix containing tables of useful data and information; and, is based on the McGraw-Hill Dictionary of Scientific and Technical Terms - for more than a quarter-of-a-century the standard international reference. Carefully reviewed for clarity, completeness, and accuracy, the McGraw-Hill Dictionary of Chemistry, Second Edition , offers a standard of excellence unmatched by any similar publication.