IE 4516 Chapter : Cooling Towers
Document Summary
Chemistry -the study of all matter and it changes. Science is the presses of seeking an understanding principles of nature it involves two facets. Technology- is the direct application of knowledge to solve problems. Science- grew out of nature philosophy or the philophical speculation about nature. Chemistry- grew out of alchemy (a mixture of chemistry and magic) Alchemists- searching for philosophers stone (convert metal to gold) and elixir that would bring eternal life. Modern chem- interested ion health and quality of life. Baconian dream- philosopher that believes science would solve world problems. Carsonian nightmare- science is bad, if we use pesticides we will kill of the human race. 1960s- people recognized a loss of birds and fish in the world due to human decisions. Green chemistry- use of materials and processes that are intended to prevent or reduce pollution at its source.
