The fifth edition of the Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology
builds upon the solid foundation of the previous editions, which have
proven to be a mainstay for chemists, biochemists, and engineers at
academic, industrial, and government institutions since publication of
the first edition in 1949.
The new edition includes necessary adjustments and modernisation of the
content to reflect changes and developments in chemical technology.
Presenting a wide scope of articles on chemical substances, properties,
manufacturing, and uses; on industrial processes, unit operations in
chemical engineering; and on fundamentals and scientific subjects
related to the field.
The Encyclopedia describes established technology along with cutting
edge topics of interest in the wide field of chemical technology, whilst
uniquely providing the necessary perspective and insight into pertinent
aspects, rather than merely presenting information.
* Set began publication in January 2004
* Over 1,000 articles
* More than 600 new or updated articles
* 27 volumes