The Chemical industry
By: edited by Alan Heaton.
Contributors: Heaton, C. A.
Edition: 2nd ed.
Publisher: Blackie Academic & Professional
Published: 1994
Place of publication: London; New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 383
Subjects: Chemical industry; Pharmaceutical industry; Chemical engineering
Description: In this introduction to each of the major sectors of the chemical industry the authors cover the important chemistry, products, processes and relevant statistics. Each contributor draws on his/her extensive industrial experience to give a balanced coverage which is both easy to read and authoritative. New chapters on quality and safety issues, environmental issues and an extended chapter on chlor-alkali, sulphur and nitrogen industries, reflect the importance of these subjects today.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.