The Principles of Chemistry, Volume II by Dmitry Ivanovich Mendeleyev
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"The Principles of Chemistry, Volume II" by Dmitry Ivanovich Mendeleyev is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the foundations of chemistry, particularly focusing on the periodic law and the relationships between the elements based on their atomic weights. Mendeleyev's work aims to establish a systematic understanding of chemical properties and the behavior of elements, crucial for advancements in chemistry. The opening of this volume presents
an extensive discussion on the periodic dependence of the composition and properties of elements on their atomic weights. It introduces various concepts, such as isomorphism and the relations between the crystalline forms of the elements and their compounds. Mendeleyev emphasizes the need for quantitative data to understand the grouping of elements, showcasing how empirical observations allow for better insights into chemical relationships. This chapter sets the stage for a comprehensive exploration of the periodic table, highlighting Mendeleyev's pioneering contributions to the discipline. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Mendeleyev, Dmitry Ivanovich, 1834-1907 |
|---|---|
| Editor | Lawson, T. A. (Thomas Atkinson) |
| Translator | Kamensky, George |
| Title | The Principles of Chemistry, Volume II |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow, Jens Nordmann and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 48.6 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QD: Science: Chemistry |
| Subject | Chemistry |
| Subject | Periodic law |
| Subject | Argon |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 54210 |
| Release Date | Feb 19, 2017 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 917 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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