Radar, Hula Hoops, and Playful Pigs

67 Digestible Commentaries on the Fascinating Chemistry of Everyday Life

Autor*innen

• Joe Schwarcz

Parameter

• 296 Seiten
• 11 Lesestunden

• Chemie
• Geschichte
• Naturwissenschaften
• Sachliteratur
• Wissenschaft

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Delving into the intriguing intersections of science and culture, this collection features 67 engaging essays that explore fascinating topics such as the chemistry behind Alice's adventures, Casanova's use of "Spanish Fly," and the phenomenon of zombies in Haiti. Dr. Joe Schwarcz, a chemist and columnist, presents these subjects with humor and insight, making complex concepts accessible and enjoyable for readers. Each essay invites curiosity and encourages a deeper understanding of the playful side of chemistry.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2000
• Einband: Paperback