Giant molecules : essential materials for everyday living and problem solving
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Giant molecules : essential materials for everyday living and problem solving
（SPE monographs）
Wiley, c1990
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"A Wiley-Interscience publication."
Includes bibliographical references and index
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Description
The study pursues an interdisciplinary approach to science, covering basic concepts in biology, chemistry, physics, earth science, genetics and engineering. It offers a breadth of knowledge about both the physical and natural worlds, including viruses, disease, enzymes, photosynthesis, superconductivity, genetic engineering, coatings and various types of plastics and foams. The book, written for scientists, technicians and students, begins generally, with an historical account of its numerous subjects.
Table of Contents
- The Building Blocks of Our World
- Small Organic Molecules
- Introduction to the Science of Giant Molecules
- Relationships Between the Properties and Structure of Giant Molecules
- Nature's Giant Molecules: The Plant Kingdom
- Nature's Giant Molecules: The Animal Kingdom
- Derivatives of Natural Polymers
- Physical and Chemical Testing of Polymers
- Fibers
- Rubber (Elastomers)
- Paints, Coatings, Sealants, and Adhesives
- Thermoplastics
- Thermosets
- Engineering Plastics
- Inorganic Polymers
- Specialty Polymers
- Additives for Polymers
- The Future of Giant Molecules
- Index.
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