The Crumbs of Creation

Trace elements in history, medicine, industry, crime and folklore

By: J Lenihan

Write A Review

Hardcover | 1 January 1988 | Edition Number 1

At a Glance

Hardcover
170 Pages

Dimensions(cm)
14.6 x 22.9 x 1.5

Hardcover

$717.75

or 4 interest-free payments of $179.44 with

or

Ships in 10 to 15 business days

What is the fate of the ozone layer? What is the legacy of Chernobyl? Is our food becoming too pure? Was Newton mad? Was Napoleon poisoned? If these are the questions that keep you awake at night then fret no more! The Crumbs of Creation is at hand. Of the 90 chemical elements which occur in nature, only a dozen are found in easily measurable amounts in the human body. The rest are trace elements, present at such low concentrations that most of them were, until quite recently, beyond the reach of detection. The Crumbs of Creation reviews the absorbing story of trace elements in medicine, history, industry, crime & folklore, showing how the study of their properties can help us survive through a better understanding & control of our environment. This book will entertain & enlighten, & is especially useful in showing tht science really can be an exciting field in which to work. Written in an easy-to-read style, The Crumbs of Creation consists of inter-related anecdotes grouped together in relevant chapters. Although readers will derive much entertainment from this book there is an underlying seriousness to the topics which are presented in a light-hearted but accurate way.

Industry Reviews

"Lots of fun, cautionary warnings and a good read." Contemporary Physics "The text, well written in a popular-science style, strings together related anecdotes and facts .... The Crumbs of Creation is warmly recommended" David Ferguson for Medical Journal of Australia f fun, cautionary warnings and a good read." Contemporary Physics "The text, well written in a popular-science style, strings together related anecdotes and facts .... The Crumbs of Creation is warmly recommended" David Ferguson for Medical Journal of Australia

Shipping

	Standard Shipping	Express Shipping
Metro postcodes:	$9.99	$14.95
Regional postcodes:	$9.99	$14.95
Rural postcodes:	$9.99	$14.95

Orders over $79.00 qualify for free shipping.

How to return your order

At Booktopia, we offer hassle-free returns in accordance with our returns policy. If you wish to return an item, please get in touch with Booktopia Customer Care.

Additional postage charges may be applicable.