Science & Mathematics

This is a book which will appeal to historians, philosophers, chemists, and educators. Of the ninety-two elements up to uranium only seven were missing from the periodic table around 1913. The story surrounding the identification of these seven elements forms the core material of the book.

This book is a contribution to the Springer Series titled, Science: Philosophy, History and Education, with series editor Kostas Kampourakis. What is refreshing about this book by Niaz is the significant weight given to both the philosophical and historical discussion as they relate to chemistry education.