TITLE: Green Chemistry :Theory and Practice AUTHORS: Paul T. Anastas and John C. Warner ORIGINAL PRICE: 17.99 (paper) SPECIAL PRICE: Rs 325.00 Description This book aims to introduce the reader to the design,development&evaluation processes of new Green Chemistry methodologies.A comprehensive introductory text,it takes a broad view of the subject&integrates a wide variety of topics.Topics covered include:alternative feedstocks, environmentally benign synthetic methodologies,designing safer chemical products,new reaction conditions, alternative solvents&catalyst development&the use of biosynthesis and biomimetic principles.The reader is introduced to the new evaluation process that encompasses the health and environmental impact of a synthetic pathway from choice of starting materials through to target molecule.Throughout the text, comparisons and contrasts with classical methodologies are offered as illustrative examples. This accessible text is aimed at all those involved with the design, manufacture, use and disposal of chemicals and their products - especially synthetic chemicals at the graduate and professional level, process development chemists and environmental scientists. Reviews '' Its is an introductory text taking a broad view&integrating a wide range of topics including synthetic methodologies,alternative solvents&catalysts, biosynthesis & alternative feed stocks.There are exercises for students&the last chapter deals with future trends -' Aslib'