Giant Molecules Essential Materials for Everyday Living and Problem Solving 1st Edition by Charles Carraher ISBN B000VHV65A 9780471273998

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ISBN 10: B000VHV65A
ISBN 13: 9780471273998
Author: Charles Carraher

The Second Edition of Giant Molecules presents an introductory textbook on large molecules that exhibit specific physical and biological properties related to their size, orientation, and environment, making this subject accessible to students from high school to universities.
Written by Charles Carraher, author of more than forty books on the subject, this up-to-date guide presents material in an integrated fashion, marrying fundamentals with illustrative applications. The text assumes no previous formal scientific training, and includes new and updated questions and answers, a glossary of relevant terms, bibliographies, visual aids, and related Web links in every chapter. Giant Molecules, Second Edition will appeal to individuals who have a personal or professional interest in polymers, as well as to college chemistry and materials science students who study polymers.

Giant Molecules Essential Materials for Everyday Living and Problem Solving 1st Edition Table of contents:

Chapter 1: Introduction to Giant Molecules

• What Are Giant Molecules?
• The Importance of Polymers in Everyday Life
• Historical Development of Giant Molecules
• Key Concepts in Polymer Science
• Overview of Polymer Chemistry and Materials Science

Chapter 2: The Chemistry of Polymers

• Basic Concepts of Polymerization
• Types of Polymerization: Addition vs. Condensation
• The Role of Monomers and Crosslinking
• Molecular Weight and Distribution
• Polymers: Structure and Function

Chapter 3: Polymerization Methods

• Solution Polymerization
• Suspension and Emulsion Polymerization
• Bulk Polymerization
• Methods for Controlling Polymerization
• Advances in Polymerization Techniques

Chapter 4: Types of Giant Molecules

• Thermoplastics vs. Thermosets
• Elastomers and Rubbers
• Biodegradable Polymers
• Conductive and Smart Polymers
• High-Performance Polymers

Chapter 5: The Properties of Polymers

• Mechanical Properties: Tensile Strength, Flexibility, and Toughness
• Thermal Properties: Melting Point, Glass Transition, and Stability
• Electrical and Optical Properties
• Chemical Resistance and Durability
• Processing Properties: Moldability and Fabrication Techniques

Chapter 6: Polymers in Everyday Life

• Common Uses of Polymers in Consumer Products
• Polymers in Textiles and Fabrics
• Polymers in Food Packaging and Containers
• Medical Applications of Polymers
• Polymers in Electronics and Technology

Chapter 7: Problem Solving with Polymers

• Polymers in Environmental Solutions
• Polymers in Waste Management and Recycling
• The Role of Polymers in Water Filtration and Purification
• Polymers in Energy Storage and Conversion
• Case Studies: Polymer Solutions to Modern Problems

Chapter 8: Polymers in Medicine and Healthcare

• Biopolymers and Biodegradable Plastics
• Drug Delivery Systems Using Polymers
• Polymers in Prosthetics and Implants
• Polymers in Tissue Engineering
• Polymers in Diagnostic and Therapeutic Devices

Chapter 9: The Future of Giant Molecules

• Advances in Polymer Science and Technology
• The Role of Polymers in Emerging Fields: Nanotechnology, Electronics, and Energy
• Sustainability and Eco-friendly Polymers
• Innovations in Smart and Responsive Polymers
• The Future of Recycling and Circular Economy for Polymers

Chapter 10: Environmental Impact of Polymers

• The Challenge of Plastic Pollution
• Biodegradable and Compostable Polymers
• The Lifecycle of Polymers: From Production to Disposal
• Sustainable Polymer Technologies and Alternatives
• Strategies for Reducing Polymer Waste

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