Concise Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology

This invaluable, up-to-date desk reference brings together and distills all of the articles in the definitive 27-volume Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology, Fourth Edition into one easily accessible volume. It features: Over 1,000 concise articles on all aspects of chemical technology. Authoritative coverage of cutting-edge topics such as biosensors, nanotechnology, and smart materials. Illustrations and figures that highlight the text. Praise for the previous edition of the Kirk-Othmer Concise Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology ..."A complete and self-contained encyclopedia ...designed to serve as a ready-reference guide for students, scientists, engineers, and technologists seeking answers to questions on aspects of chemical technology.--Journal of Chemical Education. "A marvelous tool for overviewing any chemical topic and obtaining the appropriate references for a more detailed investigation.--Chemical Engineering. "An extremely attractive, reasonably priced reference book for chemists, chemical engineers, students, and scientists seeking answers to questions on any aspect of chemical technology.--Journal of College Science Teaching