The Rhubarb Connection and Other Revelations - The Everyday World of Metal Ions (Paperback)

Pink warships that vanish at dusk, urinary maladies of an emperor, and a gold test for cocaine - behold the chemistry of metal ions as never before. In this book you will learn about the sarcophagus molecule, the Chen-Kao test, and how murderers can be caught blue-handed with the wonders of glowing luminol. You will also meet the hidden chemistry of metal ions in everyday life, from the clever modern devices that measure blood-sugar levels, to the leather on your shoes and chewing gum stuck to their soles. Expect to encounter a fair share of heroes and villains, real and fictional, scientist and layperson. Such characters include an ex-MI5 employee running a hospital ward in London amid falling German V1 rockets, a notorious racing cyclist, a proud butler and the lady who first proposed nuclear fission (it's not who you think it is). With engaging, humorous and intelligent prose, the reader will discover the fascinating back-stories of chemical discoveries and inventions where metal ions have played a major role. Featuring a foreword by popular science communicator Dr Raychelle Burks of St. Edward's University, Texas.

General

Imprint:	Royal Society of Chemistry
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	December 2018
First published:	2019
Authors:	Lars OEhrstroem • Jacques Coves
Foreword by:	Raychelle Burks
Dimensions:	232 x 153 x 15mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - Trade
Pages:	211
ISBN-13:	978-1-78801-094-8
Categories:	Books > Science & Mathematics > Science: general issues > Popular science Books > Science & Mathematics > Chemistry > Inorganic chemistry > General Promotions
LSN:	1-78801-094-9
Barcode:	9781788010948

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