Chemistry of Plants, 9781788019019
Paperback
Uncover nature’s secrets: Plants’ chemistry reveals vital compounds and human connections.

Chemistry of Plants

Perfumes, Pigments and Poisons

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  • Paperback

    206 pages

  • Release Date

    5 February 2021

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Summary

Why are some plants so important to humans? The chemistry of the plants has a lot to do with it!

The plant world offers a fascinating way to explore basic chemistry concepts. The spectacular variety of colors, fragrances and other characteristics of plants are driven by the seemingly subtle differences in the structure and properties of organic compounds. Well-known flowers, like daffodils and narcissus, are examples of plants that provide ample perfumes, pigments and poisons as part …

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781788019019
ISBN-10:1788019016
Author:Margareta Sequin, Margareta Séquin
Publisher:Royal Society of Chemistry
Imprint:Royal Society of Chemistry
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:206
Edition:2nd
Release Date:5 February 2021
Weight:346g
Dimensions:21mm x 248mm x 153mm

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