Bibliograph

The periodic table, a visual guide to the elements, Tom Jackson ; main illustrations by Andi Best

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The periodic table, a visual guide to the elements, Tom Jackson ; main illustrations by Andi Best

Language

eng

Illustrations

illustrationsmaps

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The periodic table

Oclc number

1003127587

Responsibility statement

Tom Jackson ; main illustrations by Andi Best

Sub title

a visual guide to the elements

Summary

Which is the densest element? Which has the largest atoms? And why are some elements radioactive? From the little-known uses of gold in medicine to the development of the hydrogen bomb, this is a fresh new look at the Periodic Table. Combining cutting edge science with fascinating facts and stunning infographics, this book looks at the extraordinary stories of discovery, amazing properties and surprising uses of each elements, whether solid, liquid or gas - naturally occurring, synthesised or theoretical! From hydrogen to oganesson, this is a fact-filled visual guide to each element,each accompanied by technical date (category, atomic number, weight, boiling point) as well as fun facts and stories about their discovery and surprising uses

Table Of Contents

The periodic table -- The big picture -- Inside chemistry -- Directory of elements

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