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Botanical Miracles - Chemistry of Plants That Changed the World (Paperback)
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Botanical Miracles - Chemistry of Plants That Changed the World (Paperback)
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As the shortcomings of purely synthetic approaches to biochemical
discovery and development are becoming more apparent, a renaissance
of interest in the chemistry of natural products as sources for new
compounds is occurring. A unique approach to natural products
chemistry, Botanical Miracles: Chemistry of Plants That Changed the
World relates applications of plant extracts to the historical
progress of civilization. It focuses on selected plants from around
the world, connecting their stories and properties to the
development of modern marvels such as medicinal compounds,
nutrition products, beverages, perfumes and organic pigments. Each
chapter describes a particular group of plant extracts from various
perspectives, including their chemistry, interest and value to man
and historical background. The ends of the chapters pose
challenging questions. Introducing plants that are emerging into
more prominent roles in human life and addressing current
challenges, Botanical Miracles presents a fascinating point of
entry to the chemistry of important natural products. It examines
plants and their extracts through the key functional groups,
building blocks and concepts of organic chemistry. This book
provides, in a single source, information and learning
opportunities of value to a wide range of individuals involved in
the fields of chemistry, medicine, nutrition or cosmetics whether
they be students, educators, researchers or those who simply wish
to extend their horizons.
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