Chemistry: The Impure Science
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A01=Bernadette Bensaude-vincent
A01=Jonathan Simon
Atomism
Author_Bernadette Bensaude-vincent
Author_Jonathan Simon
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History of Chemistry
Laboratory
Nanotechnology
Philosophy of Chemistry
Synthesis
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- ISBN 9781848162259
- Publication Date: 21 Oct 2008
- Publisher: Imperial College Press
- Publication City/Country: GB
- Product Form: Hardback
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This book uses history to introduce central issues in the philosophy of chemistry. Mobilizing the theme of impurity, it explores the tradition of chemistry's negative image. It then argues for the positive philosophical value of chemistry, reflecting its characteristic practical engagement with the material world. The book concludes with some ethical reflections concerning chemistry's orientations in the twenty-first century.The authors have previously both offered significant contributions to the history and philosophy of chemistry.
