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Thanatochemistry: A Survey of General, Organic, and Biochemistry for Funeral Service Professionals
Contributor(s): Dorn, James (Author), Hopkins, Barbara (Author)

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 ISBN: 0136026877     ISBN-13: 9780136026877
Publisher: Pearson
OUR PRICE: $221.65  

Binding Type: Paperback
Published: April 2009
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Annotation: "Thanatochemistry: 3/e, "by Dorn and Hopkins is the only chemistry text produced by a major publisher specifically for mortuary science students. In a comprehensible manner, the authors present the essential facts of chemistry and the chemical aspects of other sciences related to mortuary science. It follows closely the recommended course curriculum and glossary of the American Board of Funeral Service Education. For Chemistry courses in Mortuary Science.
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BISAC Categories:
- Science | Chemistry - Organic
Dewey: 540.246
LCCN: 2008052684
Physical Information: 0.7" H x 7" W x 9.3" L (1.40 lbs) 368 pages
Features: Glossary, Illustrated, Index, Table of Contents, Textbook
 
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Publisher Description:
This is the only chemistry reference produced specifically for mortuary science by a major publisher. In a comprehensible manner, the authors present the essential facts of chemistry and the chemical aspects of other sciences related to mortuary science. It follows closely the recommended course curriculum and glossary of the American Board of Funeral Service Education. Topic organization flows logically from inorganic to organic to biochemistry. Examples of solved problems and common mistakes are provided, and embalming applications are offered throughout.
KEY TOPICS: Physical and Chemical Changes; States and Types of Matter; Atomic Structure and Chemical Bonding; Chemical Shorthand: Symbols, Formulas, and Equations; Radiation Chemistry; Oxygen; Hydrogen; Water; Solutions; Acids, Bases, Salts, and Ionization; Hydrates and Hydrolysis; Hydrocarbons; Alcohols and Ethers; Aldehydes and Ketones; Carboxylic Acids and Esters; Amines and Amides; Proteins; Enzymes; Carbohydrates; Lipids; Summary of the Action and Composition of Embalming Fluids.
MARKET A comprehensive reference for mortuary science professionals.
 
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