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Technical Handbook of Oils, Fats and Waxes

Technical Handbook of Oils, Fats and Waxes

Technical Handbook of Oils, Fats and Waxes

Volume 2: Practical and Analytical
Authors:
Percival J. Fryer
Frank E. Weston
Published:
December 2013
Volume:
2. Practical and Analytical
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Paperback
ISBN:
9781107660885

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    First published in 1918, this book forms the second of two volumes on the properties of oils, fats and waxes. The texts were designed to meet the needs of technical workers and chemists requiring guidance on the basic principles underlying the area. Volume one focuses on chemical and general properties; volume two concentrates on practical and analytical matters. Numerous illustrative figures are incorporated throughout. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in chemistry and the history of science.

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    December 2013
    Paperback
    9781107660885
    332 pages
    229 × 152 × 19 mm
    0.49kg
    Available

    Table of Contents

    • Preface
    • 1. Introduction to practical work for technical students
    • 2. Sampling and preliminary tests
    • 3. Practical methods for the standard analytical determinations
    • 4. Specific tests for oils, fats and waxes
    • 5. Identification and termination of fatty acids and alcohols (including glycerin)
    • 6. Testing and analysis of hydrocarbon oils and waxes
    • 7. Testing and analysis of rosin and turpentine
    • 8. Interpretation of results
    • 9. Scheme for the identification of an oil, fat, or wax
    • 10. Tables
    • Appendix 1. A new test for oils and fats
    • Appendix 2. The determination of glycerin in soap
    • Subject index
    • Name index.
      Authors
    • Percival J. Fryer
    • Frank E. Weston