The Handy Chemistry Answer Book

by Ian C. Stewart, Justin P. Lomont

Simplifying the complex chemical reactions that take place every day through the well-stated answers for more than 900 common chemistry questions, this reference is the go-to guide for students and professionals alike. The book covers everything from the history, major personalities, and groundbreaking reactions and equations in chemistry to laboratory techniques throughout history and the latest developments in the field. Chemistry is an essential aspect of all life that connects with and impacts all branches of science, making this readable resource invaluable across numerous disciplines while remaining accessible at any level of chemistry background. From the quest to make gold and early models of the atom to solar cells, bio-based fuels, and green chemistry and sustainability, chemistry is often at the forefront of technological change and this reference breaks down the essentials into an easily understood format.

Genres: Science, Chemistry

400 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 2013

Reviews

[David Ward · Rating 3 out of 5]

The Handy Chemistry Answer Book by Ian C. Stewart and Justin P. Lomont (Visible Ink Press 2014) (540) is a simple reference book for the curious of mind or for those who have forgotten their high-school chemistry. This is an interestingly-written book of questions and answers. It has a particularly interesting section on chemistry experiments you can do at home (e.g., "How can I make a lava lamp at home?", "How can I make a volcano of vinegar and baking soda?", and "How to blow up the basement using everyday household chemicals") (just kidding about the last one)! I recommend this well-done volume. My rating: 7/10, finished 1/25/14.