The joy of chemistry : the amazing science of familiar things

Discover the fun and fascination of chemistry through hands-on demonstrations For many, chemistry is perceived as a burdensome affair, weighed down with mathematics and restricted to well-guarded research facilities. While these facets of chemistry are certainly of paramount importance, laboratories and calculators do not necessarily convey the inherent beauty of chemistry or the excitement of chemistry at work. Introduces the science of physics, covering such topics as matter, motion, and magnetism; profiles important physicists including Albert Einstein and Enrico Fermi; and features simple experiments to demonstrate key concepts Written for lay readers, provides an introduction to the principles of chemistry and includes quotations from popular literature to show how chemistry and everyday life intertwine. Metric units (grams, centimeters, milliliters), as opposed to traditional US units (ounces, inches, cups), are preferred for scientific measurements. Cathy Cobb & Monty L. Fetterolf. Includes Bibliographical References (p. 349-353) And Index. The chemistry of everyday things and phenomena is examined