9780260372062 - On the Influence of Colloids Upon Crystalline Form and Cohesion (Classic Reprint) de Ord, William M. (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the intriguing and dynamic world of molecular cohesiveness, or molecular coalescence, a phenomenon central to the formation of crystalline structures in living bodies. The author traces the historical development of research in this area, from the pioneering work of scientists like Rainey and Harting to contemporary studies that have shed light on the processes behind spherical crystal formation. The book delves deep into the intricacies of how molecules interact and aggregate, and how these interactions influence the formation of various crystalline structures, such as those found in shells, bones, and even the eye's crystalline lens. The author presents a wealth of experimental evidence and insightful observations, offering a comprehensive and engaging exploration of molecular coalescence, its causes, and its implications for biology and medicine. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.