Presents a concise presentation of the key issues behind the discipline of chemistry and the chemical industry. This work reviews the various aspects of industrial chemistry. It is suitable for chemical and related company employees, consultants, and students. "[This book] is an excellent tome for anyone who may work with chemistry and chemists but has little or no training in chemistry. ? Let's assume that a budding scientist is in your household. A fast way to introduce the chemical industry to him or her is to give this book as a present." - Journal of Chemical Education, Vol. 80, No. 8, August 2003Promo Copy