Synopsis "Sodium: Its Manufacture, Properties, And Uses (in English)"
""Sodium: Its Manufacture, Properties, and Uses"" is a comprehensive guide to the fundamental principles and practical applications of sodium. Authored by Marshall Sittig, a renowned chemist and author of numerous books on chemical technology, this book offers a detailed analysis of the chemical and physical properties of sodium, as well as its various manufacturing processes and industrial applications.The book begins with an overview of the history of sodium, including its discovery and early uses. It then delves into the various methods of sodium production, including the Castner-Kellner process, the Downs process, and the electrolysis of sodium chloride. The book also covers the properties of sodium, such as its reactivity, melting and boiling points, and solubility in water.In addition to its scientific properties, the book also explores the many practical uses of sodium in industry and everyday life. These include its use in the production of chemicals such as sodium hydroxide and sodium carbonate, as well as its role in metallurgy, nuclear energy, and medicine.Overall, ""Sodium: Its Manufacture, Properties, and Uses"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the science and technology of sodium. With its clear and concise explanations, detailed diagrams, and practical examples, this book is an essential reference for students, researchers, and professionals in the chemical and manufacturing industries.With A Chapter On The Physical And Thermodynamic Properties Of Sodium. Monograph Series Of The American Chemical Society, No. 133. Edited By William A. Hamor.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
