ISBN: 9780243337019 - The Lancet, 1827-8, Vol. 2 of 2 (classic Reprint) (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a series of lectures given by the author, a prominent chemistry professor, to students at the Royal Institution of Great Britain in the mid-1800s. Initially focusing on zinc, tin, and copper, the author expands his discussion to include the oxides, salts, and alloys of these metals. He explains their composition, properties, and uses in great detail, providing a comprehensive overview of the state of chemical knowledge at the time. The author's insights into the relationship between the chemical composition and physical properties of these substances laid the groundwork for future advancements in chemistry and materials science, solidifying the significance of this work as a valuable historical resource. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…