Isbn: 9780265647783 - la fabrication électrochimique de l'acide nitrique et des composés nitrés a l'aide des éléments de l'air (classic reprint) (3 Ergebnisse)

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book scrutinizes the burgeoning global chemical fertilizer industry in the early 20th century. Amidst growing concerns over diminishing nitrate deposits, the author analyzes the historical development of alternative methods for producing nitric acid and nitrates, focusing on advancements in electrochemical techniques. The book highlights the scientific quest to harness atmospheric nitrogen for industrial-scale production, examining the contributions of pioneers like Birkeland and Eyde in developing the arc method. It explores the challenges and breakthroughs in synthesizing nitric acid using electrical energy, detailing the role of electric sparks, silent discharges, and electrolysis in these processes. The author also discusses the practical aspects of these methods, including the influence of humidity, temperature, and electrical intensity on the efficiency of nitrogen fixation. This book provides valuable insights into the scientific, technological, and industrial advancements that revolutionized the production of fertilizers and contributed to meeting the increasing global demand for food production. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…