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  • Mendip

    Cheddar, Its Gorge and Caves
    • 2nd Edition
    • H. E. Balch
    • English
    Mendip: Cheddar, Its Gorge and Caves describes the landscape and historical background of the Swildon’s Hole at Priddy. This book is divided into nine chapters that discuss the Cox’s Cave and the story of discovery at Cheddar. It looks into the condition of the Gough’s cave and the archaeological findings made at the Long Hole which used to be the Romano-British cave dwelling. Some of the topics covered in the book are the description of the smaller caves and cave shelters of the Gorge; features of the Great Gorge of Cheddar; portrayal of the Swallets of the Cheddar system; the medieval and post-medieval history of Cheddar; and description of the Cooper’s Hole, Soldier’s Hole, and Sugarloaf Rock. Other chapters examine the rock formations and rivers inside the White Spot cave, as well as the types of fossils found in the Bone Hole. The physical characteristics of the tools made of stone found in the caves are presented. The last chapter is devoted to a detailed description of the trails going inside the caves at Cheddar. The book can provide useful information to archaeologists, mountain climbers, explorers, students, and researchers.

  • Plenary Lectures Presented at the Second Symposium on Inorganic Phosphorus Compounds

    Held at Prague, Czechoslovakia, 9–13 September 1974
    • 1st Edition
    • W. Wanék + 1 more
    • English
    Inorganic Phosphorus Compounds—2 provides information pertinent to the fundamental aspects of inorganic phosphorus compounds. This book discusses the chemistry, bonding, properties, and synthesis in inorganic phosphorus compounds. Organized into 16 chapters, this book begins with an overview of the chemistry of phosphorus triiodide and diiodide. This text then examines the status of inorganic phosphate chemistry as well as the influence of phase transitions upon the physical properties of condensed phosphates. Other chapters consider the synthesis of a large number of simple as well as review the complex polymetaphosphate glasses of alkali metals. This book discusses as well the synthesis of phosphoric triamide under different conditions and condensation by hydrogen chloride. The final chapter deals with the general trend in the development of the production of industrial fertilizers as well as its further prospects. This book is a valuable resource for organic, inorganic, physical, and theoretical chemists.

  • Corrosion 2 Volume Set

    • 3rd Edition
    • G T Burstein + 2 more
    • English
    Corrosion science is probably unique in crossing the borders of almost all technologies and since 1963 `Corrosion' has been the leading source of information on the subject. It provides an encyclopedic coverage of corrosion science and technology and is an essential first point of reference for everyone in the field. The science has advanced significantly in the seventeen years since the publication of the second edition and this new edition has been thoroughly updated to reflect this.`Corrosion' is a two-volume reference work embracing a vast range of topics including high-temperature and aqueous corrosion and their control. It was first published in 1963 by George Newnes Ltd and over the years it has gained an international reputation. This edition extends to over 2700 pages, and contains 138 sections all written by specialists. It follows the format of previous editions, some sections have been completely rewritten, whilst others have been altered and extended. New sections have been added to cover areas not previously included. Lionel Shreir, who wrote the first two editions, has been joined by two editors, Ray Jarman and Tim Burstein, to produce this unique work. Although he did not live to see its publication it is hoped that this book serves as a fitting tribute to his memory.

  • Plastics Materials

    • 6th Edition
    • J A Brydson
    • English
    The sixth edition of this classic reference work continues to provide a balanced and comprehensive overview of the nature, manufacture, structure, properties, processing and applications of commercially available plastics materials. Aiming to bridge the gap between theory and practice, it enables scientists to understand the commercial implications of their work as well as providing technologists with a theoretical background.Early chapters describe the history and nature of plastics and explain the relationship of chemical structure and properties. Preparation, structure, properties processing and applications of each class of plastics materials are then considered separately. New chapters have been added on materials selection and special polymers, including biodegradable and electroconductive polymers and thermoplastic elastomers. In addition many new plastics materials have been added throughout the text and more information has been included on testing methods and data. The sections on production/consumpti... statistics has also been completely updated. Reviews of previous editions:It's a genuine milestone in reference works...and the book is a 'must' for anyone concerned with the selection, preparation, compounding or processing of these materials' - British Plastic and Rubber 'This latest edition maintains the high standard set previously... The book s a 'must' for both student and practising technologists' - Plastics Materials'The fourth edition of John Brydson's book carries on the splendid traditions of the previous three. As a reference book for a laboratory, sales office or student's bedroom, it is unrivalled in its comprehensive of the history, chemistry and technology of plastics'. - Reinforced Plastics 'As a reference book on the subject it is unique for its depth in such a compact form, yet allied to that it is so eminently readable. It is a working chemist's book for a working chemist.' - Journal of the Oil and Colour Chemists Association 'This is one of the most comprehensive reference books in its class.' - Polymer News, March 1996

  • Basic Water and Wastewater Treatment

    Butterworths Basic Series
    • 1st Edition
    • T H Y Tebbutt
    • English
    Basic Water and Wastewater Treatment discusses the water cycle, flow measurement, physical treatment processes, chemical treatment processes, biological treatment process, and sludge handling and treatment. The book also describes the use of the BASIC computer program to calculate problems involving water pollutants. Flow measurements involve the use of a gauging structure, velocity measurements of a known cross-section, or dilution gauging. To evaluate, in quantitative terms, the effects of a certain pollutant discharged and received by a body of water, the investigator can employ a tool in chemical dilution gauging—the mass balance analysis. Many microorganisms, organic and inorganic compounds degrade in a natural process of self-purification; their decay can be modeled as an exponential function. One standard of water treatment facility or wastewater treatment plant cannot be built to deal with all the various components of water pollution. The book cites relevant standards such as the EC Directive 80/778/EEC: "Quality of Water Intended for Human Consumption" in the EU; the "Safe Drinking Water Act" in the U.S.A.; and the "Guidelines for Drinking Water Quality" issued by the World Health Organization. The book describes water quality parameters, water supply sources, and wastewater collection, including its treatment and disposal.

  • Diseases of Poultry

    (Including Cage Birds)
    • 2nd Edition
    • P. Seneviratna
    • English
    Diseases of Poultry discusses the avian leucosis complex, avian mycoplasmosis, and Marek’s disease in detail. It defines the diagnoses of avian sarcoma with some illustrations. It also identifies the connection between avian sarcoma and leucosis complex. The section on coccidiosis, avian encephalomyelitis, and fowl cholera has been deliberated extensively. The book covers such topic as virus conjunctivitis of chicks, turkey haemorrhagic enteritis, turkey syndrome 65 (TS 65), goose septicaemia, goose plague, and infections with C.E.L.O. virus, avian entero and reo viruses, and turkey respiratory virus. A section of the book analyses the diseases common to cage birds. This is followed by a section about the drugs applied in the treatment of birds. Some minor subjects such as poisons, toxins, and the basic poultry surgery are discussed in the last chapter. An index of the terms is given. The book will provide useful information to veterinary undergraduate and researchers in the field of veterinary.

  • Urine Analysis

    • 1st Edition
    • Byomkes Das Gupta
    • English
    Urine Analysis presents the theory and methods of urine analysis, which serves as a guide for physicians and medical laboratory technicians. Topics discussed in the book include the physical examination of urine; its chemical examination; microscopical examination; and Ehrliches Diazo reaction. Physicians and medical laboratory technicians will find the book a very valuable reference material.

  • Zone Electrophoresis

    Chromatographic and Electrophoretic Techniques
    • 2nd Edition
    • Ivor Smith
    • English
    Chromatographic and Electrophoretic Techniques, Volume II: Zone Electrophoresis, Second Edition presents tried and tested methods of zone electrophoresis, which has been carried out on commercially available apparatus offering many advantages to the majority of laboratories. This book is divided into 14 chapters and begins with a brief introduction to the general principles of zone electrophoresis. The subsequent chapters deal with the principles, instrumentation, and applications of various methods of zone electrophoresis, including low- and high-voltage paper, cellulose-acetate, thin-layer, agar- and starch-gel, and preparative block electrophoresis. The remaining chapters cover other zone electrophoresis methods, such as acrylamide gel, disc, acrylamide flat gel, and continuous electrophoresis. This book is of value to analytical chemists and biologists.

  • Saline Therapy

    Clinical Treatises on the Pathology and Therapy of Disorders of Metabolism and Nutrition
    • 1st Edition
    • Carl Von Noorden + 1 more
    • English
    Saline Therapy: Clinical Treatises on the Pathology and Therapy of Disorders of Metabolism and Nutrition presents the influence of the sodium chloride waters on the digestion in conditions of disturbed gastric secretion as well as in diabetes, gout, and other diseases of nutrition. This book discusses the systematic study of the effect of saline mineral waters on various pathological conditions. Organized into five chapters, this book begins with an overview of the effect of natural saline waters and sodium chloride solutions on the excretion of hydrochloric acid. This text then examines several experiments concerning the digestion of albumin in the test tube, with and without the addition of sodium chloride. Other chapters consider the influence of saline water on the digestion of fats. This book discusses as well the effect of saline mineral water on the breakdown of the proteids and on the excretion of uric acid. The final chapter deals with the general diet in the course of water treatment. This book is a valuable resource for clinicians.

  • Basic Hydrology

    • 1st Edition
    • James J Sharp + 1 more
    • English
    BASIC Hydrology offers a wide discussion on hydrology. The text contains the combined application of BASIC programming and engineering discipline along with various related studies, facts, and guidelines. In Chapter 1, the book focuses on defining BASIC hydrology and discussing what kind of a programming language BASIC is. The chapter’s introduction notes that BASIC stands for Beginners All-purpose Symbolic Instruction Code. In Chapter 2, the book highlights the elements of hydrology and presents a table containing information on the world distribution of water. The next couple of chapters discuss precipitation, evaporation, and its relevant subtopics; these chapters also include tables, figures, and math formulas. Chapter 5 widely talks about frequency and provides the topic’s definition, related math formulas, and illustrations. In the three remaining chapters, the book discusses the stream flow, the unit of hydrology, and the supply and demand of water. These topics also include explanations, math formulas, and illustrations. The book serves as a valuable reference for undergraduates or postgraduates of engineering, chemistry, physics, and other relevant courses.

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