Science - Chemistry/Biochemistry/Physics
Explore the world of science with a rich collection of books on Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Physics. Whether you're curious about chemical reactions, the building blocks of life, or the laws governing the universe, these resources provide clear insights and informative content. Perfect for students, educators, and science enthusiasts, these works illuminate complex topics in an accessible way, fostering a deeper understanding of the natural world. Discover timeless scientific principles and gain a solid foundation in these fundamental fields.
A Mechanical Account of Poisons in Several Essays
Explore the dangerous world of poisons and venoms through an early scientific lens, as one author strives to unravel their deadly mechanisms.
By Richard Mead
A Brief History of Element Discovery, Synthesis, and Analysis
Travel through time to witness landmark discoveries that unlocked the secrets of matter, from alchemists' dreams to the creation of elements in the atomic age.
By Glen W. Watson
The Story of Alchemy and the Beginnings of Chemistry
Uncover the secrets of turning lead into gold as you witness the fascinating birth of chemistry from the shadows of ancient magic.
By M. M. Pattison (Matthew Moncrieff Pattison) Muir
A Further Investigation of the Symmetrical Chloride of Paranitroorthosulphobenzoic Acid
A chemist explores the complex reactions and properties of a challenging-to-isolate chemical compound.
By William Edwards Henderson
The Chemical Constituents of Piper Methysticum Or, The Chemical Constituents of the Active Principle of the Ava Root
A scientist explores an unusual root and uncovers the secrets behind its unique chemical punch.
By Alice A. Ball
History of Chemistry, Volume 2 (of 2) From 1850 to 1910
Uncover the transformative era when groundbreaking chemical discoveries and brilliant minds reshaped our understanding of matter and the world around us.
By T. E. (Thomas Edward) Thorpe
On Sulphonfluoresceïn and Some of Its Derivatives
Unlock the secrets of a 19th-century chemical compound as scientists explore its creation, properties, and the effects of modification.
By C. W. (Charles Willard) Hayes
The Chemistry of Plant Life
Discover the hidden world of plant chemistry, where sunlight fuels life and unseen reactions drive growth.
By Roscoe Wilfred Thatcher
The History of Chemistry, Volume 1 (of 2)
Journey through time to witness the transformation of mystical alchemy into the respected science of chemistry.
By Thomas Thomson
Elements of Agricultural Chemistry
Discover how understanding the chemical components of soil and plants can revolutionize farming practices, bridging the gap between science and agriculture.
By Thomas Anderson
The Chemistry of Food and Nutrition
** Explore the science behind foods, their impact on the body, and how your dietary choices shape your health.
By A. W. Duncan
The Chemical History of a Candle
Discover the hidden scientific wonders revealed through the simple act of lighting a flame, as a scholar illuminates the core principles of chemistry with demonstrations.
By Michael Faraday
An Introductory Course of Quantitative Chemical Analysis With Explanatory Notes
** Learn the secrets of early 20th century chemical analysis, where careful measurements unlock the composition of matter.
By Henry Paul Talbot
Alcoholic Fermentation Second Edition, 1914
Uncover the secrets of turning sugar into spirits through the lens of early 20th-century biochemical research.
By Arthur Harden
The Riddle of the Rhine: Chemical Strategy in Peace and War
Uncover the hidden dangers of chemical warfare as one nation's industrial might reshapes the landscape of conflict and diplomacy.
By Victor Lefebure
Dictionary of Explosives
A historical guide reveals the dangerous secrets and classifications of early 20th-century explosives, from powerful propellants to hazardous coal-mine substances.
By Arthur Marshall
A System of Instruction in the Practical Use of the Blowpipe Being A Graduated Course Of Analysis For The Use Of Students And All Those Engaged In The Examination Of Metallic Combinations
Explore nineteenth-century chemistry through step-by-step instructions on how to perform metallic analysis using only heat and air.
By Anonymous
Chemical warfare
During a global conflict, a groundbreaking study reveals a new and terrifying form of combat, involving invisible weapons and pushing the boundaries of science and warfare.
By Amos A. (Amos Alfred) Fries
Determination of the Atomic Weight of Cadmium and the Preparation of Certain of Its Sub-Compounds
Venture into a world of precise measurements and chemical reactions as a scientist meticulously works to determine the weight of cadmium.
By Harry C. (Harry Clary) Jones
A treatise on the art of making good wholesome bread of wheat, oats, rye, barley and other farinaceous grains Exhibiting the alimentary properties and chemical constitution of different kinds of bread corn, and of the various substitutes used for bread, in different parts of the world
Uncover the secrets of turning grains into nourishing loaves, exploring the history and science behind the world's most essential food.
By Friedrich Christian Accum