The Elements Little Black Book: Facts, Trivia and Secrets of the Building Blocks of Everything
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Did you know that the cigar-smoking habits of Sigmund Freud and Ulysses S. Grant contained a deadly element that contributed to their deaths?
From NY Times bestselling author Bob Mayer comes the ultimate guide to understanding the 118 building blocks of reality. The Elements Little Black Book transforms chemistry from intimidating science into fascinating storytelling, revealing the secrets, trivia, and deadly truths behind every element on the periodic table.
Inside This Comprehensive Guide:
✓ All 118 Elements Covered - From Hydrogen to Oganesson, with detailed composition, properties, and applications
✓ Deadly Element Stories - Learn which elements killed famous historical figures and the tragic Demon Core accidents
✓ Practical Applications - Discover how elements shape modern technology, medicine, and everyday life
✓ Fascinating Trivia - Why hydrogen makes up 75% of the universe, which element exists as only 30 grams on Earth, and more
✓ Periodic Table Explained - Understand periods, groups, trends, and what makes elements behave the way they do
✓ Fiction Meets Science - Explore fictional elements like Vibranium, Kryptonite, and Unobtainium
Written by a West Point graduate, former Green Beret, and bestselling author who makes complex science accessible and entertaining, this book transforms chemistry from classroom drudgery into captivating knowledge.
Perfect for:
Students seeking to understand chemistry beyond textbooks Science enthusiasts wanting fascinating element trivia Educators looking for engaging teaching material Anyone curious about what makes up literally everything From the lightest element to the heaviest, from life-giving to deadly - discover why these 118 elements are the fundamental building blocks of everything you know.
332 pages of science made simple, interesting, and entertaining.
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