Cosmetic science and the personal care industry are often misrepresented. This book will educate and inform the public and the wider science community about the sound science they are based on. In the process many positive aspects of cosmetic chemistry can be revealed, from creating colours, fragrances and sensorial formulations to understanding the important interactions of UV light with organic and inorganic absorbers and blending these for effective SPF sunscreens. Providing background material for education and as an accessible scientific title for the interested lay reader, this book shows chemistry in an everyday context based on the real world and dispelling the many myths.

Dive into Science and Sense: Common Sense Science in a World of Spin, a thought-provoking collection of op/ed columns by author Kelly Kading. Originally featured in the Prescott Daily Courier of Yavapai County, Arizona, this engaging book tackles a wide range of contemporary issues, from general science topics to pressing concerns like water and transportation, and even a few light-hearted explorations.

Kading's goal is to empower readers with clear, straightforward insights that cut through the noise of politically-driven narratives prevalent in today's media. Written in accessible language, these columns are crafted to inform and equip you with the knowledge needed to challenge misconceptions and debunk the baloney that often masquerades as science. Discover a refreshing perspective that champions common sense and clarity in an often convoluted world.

This popular science title covers adhesion science in an easily accessible entertaining manner. As well as outlining types of adhesion and their importance in everyday life, the book covers interesting future applications of adhesion and inspiration taken from nature. Ideal for students and the scientifically minded reader this book provides a fascinating introduction to the science of what makes things stick.

Bridging the gap between theory and application, this book will be invaluable to anyone wishing to broaden their knowledge of applied chemistry.

Das Hommel Handbuch der gefährlichen Güter ist ein umfassendes Nachschlagewerk, das sich auf die Klassifikation und Handhabung von gefährlichen Gütern spezialisiert. Es gibt Informationen zu nationalen und internationalen Transportvorschriften und zu Notfallma nahmen bei Unfällen mit gefährlichen Gütern sowie Hinweise für die ärztliche Erstbehandlung von Personen. Dieses Handbuch ist ein unverzichtbares Werkzeug für Fachleute in den Bereichen Feuerwehr, Transport, Logistik, Gefahrgutmanagement und Sicherheitsberatung.

Im Hommel werden rund 4340 Chemikalien erfasst und nach einem einheitlichen Muster auf Merkblättern die Gefahren, die Handhabung und Verhaltensregeln bei Freisetzung beschrieben.

Anhand des sogenannten Gefahrendiamanten, eines Symbols, das sich auf jedem Merkblatt findet, ist es möglich, einen schnellen, groben Überblick über die Feuergefahr, Gesundheitsgefahr und die Reaktionsgefahr eines jeden gelisteten Stoffes zu erhalten. Ferner ist anhand eines Symbols erkennbar, ob der Stoff in gefährlicher Weise mit Wasser reagiert. Anhand des Hazchem-Codes ist schnell und einfach erkennbar, welche Schutzstufe bei der Schutzbekleidung notwendig ist und ob der Stoff eher eingedeicht oder verdünnt werden sollte.

Farblich unterteilt findet man auf dem Stoffmerkblatt in roter Farbe die Hinweise für die Brandbekämpfung. In blauer Farbe findet man Hinweise für den behandelnden (Not-) Arzt.

Für alle Gefahrgüter, die im Hommel enthalten sind, wurden die GHS-Kennzeichnungen mit aufgenommen: Signalworte, Piktogramme, sowie die neuen Gefahrenhinweise (H-Statements) und Sicherheitshinweise (P-Statements).

Ursprünglich wurde das Werk zur Verwendung bei der Wasserschutzpolizei erstellt. Inzwischen gehört es jedoch zur Standardbeladung der Gerätewagen Gefahrgut (GW-G) der Feuerwehren.

Die Merkblätter sind als Loseblattsammlung sowie auf Datenträger lieferbar. Das Gesamtwerk wird laufend aktualisiert.

This book provides an industry-oriented data analytics approach for process engineers, including data acquisition methods and sources, exploratory data analysis and sensitivity analysis, data-based modelling for prediction, data-based modelling for monitoring and control, and data-based optimization of processes. While many of the current data analytics books target business-related problems, the rationale for this book is a specific need to understand and select applicable data analytics approaches pragmatically to analyze process engineering-related problems; this tailored solution for engineers gets amalgamated with governing equations, and in several cases, with the physical understanding of the phenomenon being analyzed. We also consider this book strategically conceived to help map Education 4.0 with Industry 4.0 since it can support undergraduate and graduate students to gain valuable and applicable data analytics stills that can be further used in their workplace. Moreover, itcan be used as a reference book for professionals, a quick reference to data analytics tools that can facilitate and/or optimize their process engineering tasks.

The Chemistry and Physics of Coatings provides an introduction to the science underpinning the paint (organic coatings) industry to graduate level chemists.

The Chemistry of Aromatherapeutic Oils offers a practical approach to understanding the chemical functional groups and pharmacological actions of essential oils.

Incorporating up to date research findings, The Chemistry of Aromatherapeutic Oils takes you, step by step, through the fundamental chemistry of aromatherapy and explains the powerful effects of essential oils on the body at a molecular level.

Including:

* Useful chemical diagrams and easy to follow explanations

* Essential oil extraction methods and techniques for quality control

* Reference charts of the effects of essential oils on pharmacological targets and the major compounds of 89 essential oils

This book helps to make sense of the chemistry of aromatherapy for those who need to understand the science and efficacy of this healing art. Ideal for students and practitioners of holistic therapies, this book will also appeal to nurses, doctors, pharmacists and other allied health practitioners.

Modern perfumery is a blend of art, science and technology, with chemistry being the central science involved. The Chemistry of Fragrances aims to educate and entertain, and inform the audience of the very latest chemistry, techniques and tools applied to fragrance creativity. Beginning with the history of perfumes, which goes back over fifty thousand years, the book goes on to discuss the structure of the Perfume Industry today. The focus then turns to an imaginary brief to create a perfume, and the response to it, including that of the chemist and the creative perfumer. Consumer research, toxicological concerns, and the use of the electronic nose are some of the topics discussed on this journey of discovery. Written by respected experts in their fields, this unique book gives an insider view of mixing molecules from behind the portals of modern-day alchemy. It will be enjoyed by chemists and marketeers at all levels.

This book describes how to conduct a Combustible Dust Hazard Analysis (CDHA) for processes handling combustible solids. The book explains how to do a dust hazard analysis by using either an approach based on compliance with existing consensus standards, or by using a risk based approach. Worked examples in the book help the user understand how to do a combustible dust hazards analysis.

This four volume set covers the entire spectrum of pulp and paper chemistry and technology from starting material to processes and products including market demands. This work is essential for all students of wood science and a useful reference for those working in the pulp and paper industry or on the chemistry of renewable resources.

Volume 2 focuses on creating an understanding of the chemical and technical processes involved in the production of pulp. The work treats

• wood handling, i.e. barking, chipping, storage and screening processes,
• chemistry and technology during mechanical and chemical pulp production, including pulping and bleaching chemistry and technology,
• production of bleaching chemicals at the mill,
• recovery processes, including the treatment and burning of black liquor and the white liquor preparation plant,
• paper recycling processes,
• changes in structure and properties of wood polymers and pulps in the pulping process line,
• description of the equipment and processes involved in the manufacturing of pulp,
• pulp characterization, including methods available to evaluate pulp properties,
• end-product requirements.
  

The definitive guide to organic coatings, thoroughly revised and updated--now with coverage of a range of topics not covered in previous editions

Organic Coatings: Science and Technology, Fourth Edition offers unparalleled coverageof organic coatings technology and its many applications. Written by three leading industry experts (including a new, internationally-recognized coatings scientist) it presents a systematic survey of the field, revises and updates the material from the previous edition, and features new or additional treatment of such topics as superhydrophobic, ice-phobic, antimicrobial, and self-healing coatings; sustainability, artist paints, and exterior architectural primers. making it even more relevant and useful for scientists and engineers in the field, as well as for students in coatings courses.

The book incorporates up-to-date coverage of recent developments in the field with detailed discussions of the principles underlying the technology and their applications in the development, production, and uses of organic coatings. All chapters in this new edition have been updated to assure consistency and to enable extensive cross-referencing. The material presented is also applicable to the related areas of printing inks and adhesives, as well as areas within the plastics industry.

This new edition

• Completely revises outdated chapters to ensure consistency and to enable extensive cross-referencing
• Correlates the empirical technology of coatings with the underlying science throughout
• Provides expert troubleshooting guidance for coatings scientists and technologists
• Features hundreds of illustrative figures and extensive references to the literature
• A new, internationally-recognized coatings scientist brings fresh perspective to the content.

Providing a broad overview for beginners in the field of organic coatings and a handy reference for seasoned professionals, Organic Coatings: Science and Technology, Fourth Edition, gives you the information and answers you need, when you need them.

Focuses on rapid implementation of practical, real-world cost reduction solutions

In today's economic climate, the need to cut costs can be the difference between success and failure. Cost Reduction and Optimization for Manufacturing and Industrial Companies covers all major cost reduction areas, providing easy to read examples and advice on steps to take. It provides the roadmap for implementing recommended actions with true and tried methods by taking a modern, all-inclusive look at manufacturing processes. Based on the author's cost reduction experience gained during 30 years of senior operations and consulting engagements with hundreds of organizations, this book includes easy-to-understand and easy-to-implement cost reduction concepts organized into five general areas --labor, material, design, process, and overhead.

Each chapter:

• Dives into a cost reduction area and starts with the bottom line first by summarizing key points
• Provides proven tactics for cutting costs without a lot of extraneous data
• Follows a qualitative and design-oriented approach
• Emphasizes quick implementation and measurable cost reduction
• Identifies who in the organization should do the work
• Outlines risks and suggested risk mitigation actions
• Contains numerous tables, graphs, and photos to show the concepts described in the book

Praise for Cost Reduction and Optimization for Manufacturing and Industrial Companies

In this introductory book, Berk not only takes a modern, all-inclusive look at manufacturing processes but also provides substantial coverage of engineering materials and production systems. It follows a more qualitative and design-oriented approach than other texts in the market, helping readers gain a better understanding of important concepts. They'll also discover how micro-economic conditions relate to the process variables in a given process as well as how to perform manufacturing science and quantitative engineering analysis of manufacturing processes.
--Fred Silverman, Director Engineering of Hi-Shear Technology Corporation

Joe Berk has created a unique, practical and straightforward approach to cost reduction in manufacturing. This work provides valuable insights and concrete techniques, based on real-world experiences, to any manufacturing organization undertaking change to position itself to compete successfully in the global marketplace.
--Joe Carleone, President and COO of American Pacific Corporation

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A well-rounded and articulate examination of polymer properties at the molecular level, Polymer Chemistry focuses on fundamental principles based on underlying chemical structures, polymer synthesis, characterization, and properties. It emphasizes the logical progression of concepts and provide mathematical tools as needed as well as fully derived problems for advanced calculations.

The much-anticipated Third Edition expands and reorganizes material to better develop polymer chemistry concepts and update the remaining chapters. New examples and problems are also featured throughout.

This revised edition:

• Integrates concepts from physics, biology, materials science, chemical engineering, and statistics as needed
• Contains mathematical tools and step-by-step derivations for example problems
• Incorporates new theories and experiments using the latest tools and instrumentation and topics that appear prominently in current polymer science journals
• The number of homework problems has been greatly increased, to over 350 in all
• The worked examples and figures have been augmented
• More examples of relevant synthetic chemistry have been introduced into Chapter 2 (Step-Growth Polymers)
• More details about atom-transfer radical polymerization and reversible addition/fragmentation chain-transfer polymerization have been added to Chapter 4 (Controlled Polymerization)
• Chapter 7 (renamed Thermodynamics of Polymer Mixtures) now features a separate section on thermodynamics of polymer blends
• Chapter 8 (still called Light Scattering by Polymer Solutions) has been supplemented with an extensive introduction to small-angle neutron scattering

Polymer Chemistry, Third Edition offers a logical presentation of topics that can be scaled to meet the needs of introductory as well as more advanced courses in chemistry, materials science, polymer science, and chemical engineering.

Pyrolysis and Gasification of Biomass and Waste provides an authoritative review of thermal biomass conversion technologies and their implementation now and in the future. These proceedings include over 70 papers and case studies presented by leading experts from Europe and North America in Strasbourg in October 2002. Covering both technical issues and commercial opportunities, the papers include numerous diagrams, tables and figures presenting up-to-date details of how the latest pyrolysis and gasification technology is being put into practice. The meeting covered a wide range of raw materials and processes, addressing topics such as: small and large scale gasification; fast pyrolysis of biomass; liquefied wood fuel; full-scale application of sewage sludge pyrolysis; ammonia production and reduction; gasification of sorted MSW; green diesel; gas engines; gas cleaning and process design; technical and non-technical barriers to commercial exploitation. A key aim of the Strasbourg meeting was to create recommendations for strategies and policies in these areas, which the European Commission can use in its forward planning, especially with regard to sustainable energy supply, greenhouse gas mitigation and associated environmental issues. This book is an invaluable reference source for anyone concerned with these issues, and essential reading for researchers, engineers, waste managers and other professionals involved with the utilisation of green fuels and feedstocks, gasification and the contemporary biomass industry.

Natural products are sought after by the food, pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries, and research continues into their potential for new applications. Extraction of natural products in an economic and environmentally-friendly way is of high importance to all industries involved. This book presents a holistic and in-depth view of the techniques available for extracting natural products, with modern and more environmentally-benign methods, such as ultrasound and supercritical fluids discussed alongside conventional methods. Examples and case studies are presented, along with the decision-making process needed to determine the most appropriate method. Where appropriate, scale-up and process integration is discussed. Relevant to researchers in academia and industry, and students aiming for either career path, this book presents a handy digest of the current trends and latest developments in the field with concepts of green chemistry in mind.

Volume 1 (of the two volume set): Monographs on Essential Oils. Fourth Edition, Revised and Enlarged.

For centuries fireworks have been a source of delight and amazement in cultures around the world. But what produces their dazzling array of effects? This book takes you behind the scenes to explore the chemistry and physics behind the art of pyrotechnics. Topics covered include history and characteristics of gunpowder; principles behind each of the most popular firework types: rockets, shells, fountains, sparklers, bangers, roman candles and wheels; special effects, including sound effects, coloured smokes and electrical firing; firework safety for private use and displays; and firework legislation. The Chemistry of Fireworks is aimed at students with A level qualifications or equivalent. The style is concise and easy to understand, and the theory of fireworks is discussed in terms of well-known scientific concepts wherever possible. It will also be a useful source of reference for anyone studying pyrotechnics as applied to fireworks. Review Extracts a worthwhile addition to the pyrotechnist's library Fireworks a useful source of information which makes absorbing reading. Angewandte Chemie, International Edition

Environmental Soil Chemistry, Third Edition provides an up-to-date overview of the interdisciplinary field of environmental soil chemistry. This classic text covers the fundamental principles of soil chemistry, including the inorganic and organic components of soil, soil porewater chemistry, interfacial chemical reactions between solids and dissolved ions/molecules, ion exchange, and the kinetics of the soil chemical process, such as sorption and redox. Soil acidity and salinity are also discussed. This fully updated third edition places particular emphasis on environmental reactions between clay minerals, metal oxides, and soil organic matter with heavy metals, pesticides, and industrial contaminants.

This text provides the latest technological advances representing the cutting edge of the science. Completely updated throughout with new content and updated full color figures, the third edition contains expanded information on soil minerals and an increased emphasis on the coupling between chemical and biological reactions, mechanisms, and processes. This third edition provides upper-level undergraduate and graduate students in soil science with sound contemporary training in the basics of soil chemistry and applications to real-world environmental concerns. The book offers a competitive advantage for those students looking to incorporate novel, advanced tools into their research.