The Elements: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions)
By Philip Ball
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Number Of Pages: 186
Publication Date: 2004-07-30
Book Description:
This Very Short Introduction traces the history and cultural impact of the elements on humankind, and examines why people have long sought to identify the substances around them. Looking beyond the Periodicorange! important]Table, the author examines our relationship with matter, from the uncomplicated vision of the Greek important]philosopherswho believed there were four elements - earth, air, fire, and water - to the work of modern-day scientists in creating elements such as hassium and meitnerium. Packed with anecdotes, The Elements is a highly engaging and entertaining exploration of the fundamental question: what is the world made from?
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