By
Sami Matar, Ph.D., Sami Matar, Ph.D., is professor of chemistry at King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, Dharan, Saudi Arabia.
Lewis F. Hatch, Ph.D., The late Lewis F. Hatch, Ph.D., was well-known and widely respected for his contributions to the fields of chemistry and petrochemical
processing. He was the author of numerous books and technical publications.
Description
In Chemistry of Petrochemical Processes, readers find a handy and valuable source of information containing insights into petrochemical
reactions and products, process technology, and polymer synthesis. The book reviews and describes the reactions and processes involved
in transforming petroleum-based hydrocarbons into the chemicals that form the basis of the multi-billion dollar petrochemical industry.
In addition, the book includes information on new process developments for the production of raw materials and intermediates for petrochemicals
that have surfaced since the book's first edition.
Audience:
Chemical engineers, petroleum engineers
