Molecules With Silly Or Unusual Names

“. . . it would make an excellent present for a chemist, giving hours of enjoyment over the holiday period.” Chemistry World “This book contains even more information than is available online . . . it's certainly a fun volume to dip into.” Science in School This popular science book shows that chemists do have a sense of humor, and this book is a celebration of the quirky side of scientific nomenclature. Here, some molecules are shown that have unusual, rude, ridiculous or downright silly names. Written in an easy-to-read style, anyone - not just scientists - can appreciate the content. Each molecule is illustrated with a photograph and/or image that relates directly or indirectly to its name and molecular structure. Thus, the book is not only entertaining, but also educational.