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Favorite Books
CRC handbook of chemistry and physics
This handbook is arguably one of the most well-known reference books in the world....If you are looking for data on the properties of a material, this is a great reference to have handy.
The Handy Physics Answer Book
You don't need to be a genius to gain a fundamental understanding of physics. In this book you will find a collection of answers to more than 800 common questions about physics and related topics. Gravity, magnetism, matter, light - the whole shebang.
Hawley's condensed chemical dictionary
The latest edition of a standard reference presenting descriptions of chemicals, raw materials, manufacturing processes, and equipment; definitions of chemical entities, phenomena, and terminology.
McGraw-Hill encyclopedia of chemistry
Focusing on the main branches of modern chemistry, this alphabetical reference investigates such subdivisions as analytical, inorganic, organic, and physical chemistry, as well as touching on relevant topics from related disciplines, such as biochemistry, physics, molecular biology, and materials science.
McGraw-Hill Encyclopedia of Physics
Provides coverage of classical and modern physics and related mathematical topics in some 800 alphabetical entries that examine both the theoretical and applied aspects of acoustics, classical mechanics, molecular physics, relativity, fluid mechanics, atomic and nuclear physics, optics, solid-state and low-temperature physics, electricity and electromagnetism, heat and thermodynamics, and theoretical physics
Web Sites of Interest
- Eric Weisstein’s World of PhysicsSite provides physics terms and formulas, alphabetically, or by subject hierarchy.
- American Institute of Physics (AIP)The official site of professional physicists. A great site with good links, info on physics as a career, news on federal government science policy, and current articles on physics subjects.
- American Chemical Society (ACS):The home page of the professional association for chemists.
- “What’s That Stuff?”Ever wondered about what's really in hair coloring, Silly Putty, Cheese Wiz, artificial snow, or self-tanners? Chemical & Engineering News presents a collection of articles that gives you a look at the chemistry behind a wide variety of everyday products.
- The Periodic Table of the ElementsFind information about an element by clicking on the element in the periodic table.
- ChemFinder Chemical DirectoryEnter a Chemical Name, Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS) Registry Number, Molecular Formula or Weight. Generates information on trade names, generic names, and CAS registry numbers, as well as physical data and links to further information.
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- Chemical & Engineering NewsMuch of the content of this popular, but serious chemical journal is available without subscription to non-members of the ACS.

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