Discovery of the Elements - Hardcover

Discovery of the Elements by Mary Elvira Weeks is a comprehensive book that explores the history and discovery of the chemical elements. The book covers the period from ancient times to the present day, detailing the work of scientists and alchemists who contributed to the understanding of the elements.The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides an overview of the history of chemistry, including the development of the periodic table and the discovery of new elements. The second part is a detailed account of the discovery of each individual element, including its properties, uses, and the scientists who discovered it.The book is well-researched and includes numerous illustrations and photographs to help readers understand the complex concepts discussed. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of chemistry, the periodic table, or the discovery of the elements.1933. Collected reprints of a series of articles published in the Journal of Chemical Education. The story of the disclosure of the chemical elements, one by one, had never before been told in a connected manner. The author hopes that this volume renders a tribute to the honored men and women who helped reveal the hidden chemical elements and to acquaint chemists and others with these great achievements. She attempts to relate all the important steps in the discovery of the chemical elements as fairly and completely as possible. Illustrated throughout.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.