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Fatal Airs - The Deadly History and Apocalyptic Future of Lethal Gases That Threaten Our World (Hardcover)
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Fatal Airs - The Deadly History and Apocalyptic Future of Lethal Gases That Threaten Our World (Hardcover)
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This is the first book to examine the deadly history and potential
apocalyptic future of both natural and man-made lethal gases that
threaten our world. Fatal Airs: The Deadly History and Apocalyptic
Future of Lethal Gases That Threaten Our World relates the
fascinating—and appalling—stories of the discovery,
development, applications, and occupational and public health
hazards of natural and man-made gases. Some of these gases have
figured in mass extinctions. Others have created havoc through
their use in chemical warfare or their accidental release. Among
the hundreds of man-made lethal gases, several have been singled
out for attention, including chlorine, phosgene, mustard gas,
lewisite, hydrogen cyanide, and the nerve agents tabun, sarin,
soman, VX, and methyl isocyanate. The book also examines some
naturally occurring gases, such as carbon dioxide, sulfur dioxide,
hydrogen sulfide, carbon monoxide, methane, and radon. Colorful
accounts capture the characteristics and history of each of these
mysterious substances, focusing on key episodes in scientific
discovery and exploration since World War I.
General
Imprint: |
Praeger Publishers Inc
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Country of origin: |
United States |
Release date: |
July 2010 |
First published: |
July 2010 |
Authors: |
Scott Christianson
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Dimensions: |
235 x 156 x 23mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Hardcover - Cloth over boards
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Pages: |
240 |
ISBN-13: |
978-0-313-38552-0 |
Categories: |
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LSN: |
0-313-38552-1 |
Barcode: |
9780313385520 |
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