Emsley, John

Reference book containing the most important facts about all the chemical elements arranged in alphabetical order.

Describes the science behind many of the products on the market that claim to improve looks, health, peace of mind, or sex life and provides sources and uses of the chemicals used in those products.

Presents scientific portraits of a variety of molecules people encounter in the course of their everyday lives, grouped within eight categories, each with a common theme, including foods, the body, the home, and travel.

Presents alphabetized profiles of the elements, from actinium to zirconium, describing for layman readers their discovery and their roles on Earth and in the universe.