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Mendeleyev's Dream : The Quest for the Elements,Used
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In this book, Paul Strathern, the awardwinning novelist and expositor of complex ideas, unravels the dramatic history of chemistry through the quest for the elements. Framing this history is the lifestory of the 19th century Russian scientist Dmitri Mendeleyev, who fell asleep at this desk and awoke after dreaming of the Periodic Table the template upon which modern chemistry is founded, and the formulation of which marked chemistry's coming of age as a science. From ancient philosophy, through medieval alchemy to the splitting of the atom, this is the true story of the birth of chemistry and the role of one man's dream.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Mendeleyev's Dream'? A: The main theme of 'Mendeleyev's Dream' is the history of chemistry, framed through the life of Dmitri Mendeleyev and his dream that led to the creation of the Periodic Table.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Mendeleyev's Dream'? A: The author of 'Mendeleyev's Dream' is Paul Strathern, an award-winning novelist known for his ability to explain complex ideas.
- Q: How many pages does 'Mendeleyev's Dream' have? A: 'Mendeleyev's Dream' has a total of 320 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Mendeleyev's Dream' have? A: 'Mendeleyev's Dream' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Mendeleyev's Dream'? A: 'Mendeleyev's Dream' was published on January 1, 2001.
- Q: What condition is the book 'Mendeleyev's Dream' in? A: 'Mendeleyev's Dream' is listed in 'Good' condition.
- Q: Is there any prior knowledge required to understand 'Mendeleyev's Dream'? A: No prior knowledge of chemistry is required; the book explains concepts in an accessible manner for all readers.
- Q: Does 'Mendeleyev's Dream' cover modern chemistry? A: 'Mendeleyev's Dream' discusses the evolution of chemistry, including its modern foundations established by Mendeleyev's work.
- Q: What are the key historical aspects discussed in the book? A: The book covers the transition from ancient philosophy and medieval alchemy to the scientific advancements that shaped modern chemistry.
- Q: Can 'Mendeleyev's Dream' be used as a reference for chemistry students? A: 'Mendeleyev's Dream' can serve as a supplementary resource for chemistry students by providing historical context and insights.