Calcium
By: John Farndon
Series: The elements; Elements (Benchmark Books)
Publisher: Benchmark Books
Published: 2000
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 32
ISBN-13: 9780761408888
Subjects: Calcium; Juvenile literature
Description: Describes the origins, properties, chemical activity, and uses of the element calcium. An attractive, readable book that explains calcium's atomic structure, where & how it occurs in nature, its reactions, compounds, & uses. Every single thing and person consists of elements, and this informative series will help young readers understand just how important the elements are and what role they play in the science of chemistry. Enhanced by easy-to-follow diagrams and full-color illustrations, the text explains how elements behave, their individual characteristics and their importance in everyday life. In addition to informative "fact boxes, " each volume also contains "Did You Know" features which explore topics such as why carbon makes soft drinks fizz. A wonderfully balanced combination of color photographs, paintings and drawings enhance the text and assist in learning about each element.
Notes: Includes index.
Table of contents: title: What is calcium?; title: Special characteristics; title: Where calcium is found; title: Calcium in the landscape; title: How calcium was discovered; title: How calcium reacts; title: In the limelight; title: Calcium in building materials; title: Calcium  in industry and agriculture; title: Calcium in the body; title: Periodic table; title: chemical reactions; title: Glossary; title: Index.