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This Survey Describes The Essential Part Played In Our Lives At Home And In Industry And Civilization, By Metals As Common As Iron And As Rare As Praseodymium. The Distribution Of Metals Is Discussed, With An Analysis Of The Earths Crust And Descriptions Of The Mining And Smelting Of Metallic Ores And Of The Blending Of Metals To Form Alloys. Later Chapters Look At The Properties And Uses Of All The Major And Minor Metals, The Use Of Metals In Nuclear Energy, The Shaping Of Metals For Tasks As Varied As The Making Of A Needle And A Highpressure Gas Cylinder, The Casting Of A Bronze Statue And A Large Marine Propeller, And The Latest Methods Of Steelmaking. The 10Th Edition Includes A Chapter On The Competitors Of Metals Such As Timber, Plastics, And Carbon Fibres, And New Sections On Coinage, Conservation Of Materials And Energy, The Revolutionary Impact Of The Silicon Chip, Space Travel, Lasers, Superconductors And New Projects Such As The Channel Tunnel. This Book Has Been Updated And Expanded To Coincide With The Books 15Th Anniversary.
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- Q: What topics does 'Metals In The Service Of Man: 10th Edition' cover? A: This book explores the role of metals in daily life and industry, including their distribution, mining, smelting, alloy creation, and various applications in fields like nuclear energy and manufacturing.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Metals In The Service Of Man: 10th Edition' is Arthur Street.
- Q: What is the publication date of this edition? A: The 10th edition was published on May 3, 1994.
- Q: How many pages are in this book? A: The book contains 320 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in metallurgy? A: Yes, the book is structured to be accessible for readers new to metallurgy while also providing in-depth information for those with more experience.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed in 'Good' condition, indicating it has been previously used but is still in acceptable shape for reading.
- Q: Does this edition include any new topics or updates? A: Yes, the 10th edition includes new chapters on competitors of metals, conservation of materials, and advancements in technology related to metals.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition is a paperback binding.
- Q: Are there any specific applications of metals discussed in the book? A: Yes, the book discusses a variety of applications ranging from everyday items to complex technologies such as space travel and superconductors.
- Q: Is there a focus on environmental impact in this book? A: Yes, the book addresses conservation of materials and energy, highlighting the environmental considerations related to metal use.