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The platinum metals

Name: The platinum metals
ISBN: 9782528118795

Lumb,

English
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eBook - ePub

The platinum metals

Lumb,

About this book

The Platinum Metals is a comprehensive exploration of the rare and valuable group of elements known as the platinum metals, authored by Donald McDonald and Leslie B. Hunt. This detailed volume delves into the fascinating history, discovery, and development of platinum and its allied metals—palladium, rhodium, iridium, osmium, and ruthenium. The book traces the journey of these metals from their early recognition in South American alluvial deposits to their pivotal roles in modern industry and science. Richly illustrated and meticulously researched, The Platinum Metals covers the unique physical and chemical properties that set these elements apart, including their remarkable resistance to corrosion, high melting points, and catalytic abilities. The authors provide an in-depth look at the methods of extraction and refining, the evolution of mining techniques, and the global distribution of platinum group metal deposits, with particular attention to the major sources in Russia, South Africa, and the Americas. The narrative also highlights the diverse applications of platinum metals, from their use in jewelry and coinage to their critical importance in chemical manufacturing, electrical engineering, and medicine. Special emphasis is placed on the role of platinum in the development of catalytic converters, laboratory apparatus, and its historical significance in the production of nitric acid and other industrial processes. Throughout the book, McDonald and Hunt weave together scientific analysis with engaging historical anecdotes, offering insights into the personalities and discoveries that shaped the field. The Platinum Metals stands as both an authoritative reference and an accessible account, appealing to chemists, metallurgists, historians of science, and general readers interested in the story of these extraordinary elements that have shaped technology and industry across the centuries.

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