Fluorine and the Halogens

by Nigel Saunders

Book Overview

Why did so many chemists die trying to discover fluorine? How do the halogens keep us safe? What do fireworks have in common with PVC? Find out the answers to these and other fascinating questions in 'Fluorine and the Halogens'. This book explains why these colorful, smelly elements are so good at forming salts and other substances. It explores how their compounds affect our food and water, our health, and the natural world. You will see how they...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1403416621
• ISBN13: 9781403416629
• Release Date: February 2004
• Publisher: Heinemann Educational Books
• Length: 64 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.6" x 9.5"
• Age Range: 13 years and up
• Grade Range: Grade 8