The Chemical Industry [Paperback]

In this introduction to each of the major sectors of the chemical industry the authors cover the important chemistry, products, processes and relevant statistics. Each contributor draws on his/her extensive industrial experience to give a balanced coverage which is both easy to read and authoritative. New chapters on quality and safety issues, environmental issues and an extended chapter on chlor-alkali, sulphur and nitrogen industries, reflect the importance of these subjects today.In this introduction to each of the major sectors of the chemical industry the authors cover the important chemistry, products, processes and relevant statistics. Each contributor draws on his/her extensive industrial experience to give a balanced coverage which is both easy to read and authoritative. New chapters on quality and safety issues, environmental issues and an extended chapter on chlor-alkali, sulphur and nitrogen industries, reflect the importance of these subjects today.Editorial introduction to the first edition. Preface to the second edition. Introduction. Quality and safety issues. Environmental issues. Polymers. Dyestuffs. The sulphur, phosphorous, nitrogen and chlor-alkali industries. Agrochemicals. The pharmaceutical industry. Biological catalysis and biotechnology. The future. Index.`...I enjoyed the book and I believe students will also find it useful.'
Chemistry & Industry
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