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By
Sue Clarke, BSc, PhD, Senior Lecturer, Formerly at Wigan and Leigh College and Salford University; Freelance Journalist, Cheshire, UK
Description
This book provides a straightforward and accurate account of the key theoretical aspects of chemistry and their application into the safe
practice of aromatherapy. For readers with a limited science background, this book offers a clear and concisely written guide to essential
information in chemistry. For practitioners, the book applies chemistry to the practical and therapeutic use of essential oils, and leads
to a better understanding of composition, properties and technical data related to essential oils.
Audience
Aromatherapy students (including massage and other manual therapy students for whom aromatherapy is part of training).
Aromatherapy practitioners.
Contents
Introduction. Background to chemistry. Organic (carbon) chemistry. Families of aromatherapy compounds. Processing, extraction and purity.
Analytical techniques. Composition of essential oils. Handling, safety and practical applications. Glossary. Index.
| Bibliographic details |
Paperback, 256 pages, publication date: MAR-2002
ISBN-13: 978-0-443-06485-2
ISBN-10: 0-443-06485-7
Imprint: CHURCHILL LIVINGSTONE
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Last update: 10 Sep 2009
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