Chemistry and Art
Edition: 2
Copyright: 2014
Pages: 152
Edition: 2
Copyright: 2014
Pages: 188
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Chemistry and Art explores the fascinating relationship between chemistry and artistic expression, showing how scientific principles have influenced the creation, preservation, and analysis of works of art throughout history. The text introduces fundamental chemistry concepts—including light, color, atomic structure, chemical reactions, acids and bases, organic chemistry, and polymers—while connecting them to artistic materials such as pigments, dyes, ceramics, metals, glass, and textiles. By examining the chemistry behind artistic techniques and materials, readers gain a deeper appreciation for both disciplines.
The book concludes by introducing modern analytical techniques used in cultural heritage science, demonstrating how chemists help conserve, authenticate, and study historical artifacts and artworks. Through a combination of chemistry fundamentals and real-world applications in art conservation, Chemistry and Art provides an engaging interdisciplinary approach that highlights the important role chemistry plays in understanding and preserving humanity's cultural heritage.
Acknowledgements
Introduction
Chapter 1: Light and Color
Chapter 2: Matter and Atoms
Chapter 3: The Periodic Table
Chapter 4: Ionic Compounds
Chapter 5: Oxidation Reduction Reactions
Chapter 6: Acids and Bases
Chapter 7: Nuclear Chemistry
Chapter 8: Organic Chemistry and Functional Groups
Chapter 9: Polymers and Biomolecules
Chapter 10: Introduction to Some Techniques Used in Cultural Heritage Analysis
Dr. Gaquere-Parker serves as the Assistant Vice-President for Education Abroad and Grants at UWG. She holds a PhD in Organic Chemistry and has obtained 18 graduate hours in Art History. She is a tenured full professor of chemistry and was the co-director of the STEM Teacher Preparation program at UWG. She co-authored several papers and a book on Chemistry and Art. She taught organic chemistry, chemistry and art, environmental science, medicinal and nursing chemistry, history of science, to only cite a few. She has designed and led several STEAM Teacher training workshops and has been the PI or co-PI of 14 successful externally funded grant proposals (~$4,000,000) focusing on Chemistry and Art, STEM Teacher preparation, and Leadership Development.
Chemistry and Art explores the fascinating relationship between chemistry and artistic expression, showing how scientific principles have influenced the creation, preservation, and analysis of works of art throughout history. The text introduces fundamental chemistry concepts—including light, color, atomic structure, chemical reactions, acids and bases, organic chemistry, and polymers—while connecting them to artistic materials such as pigments, dyes, ceramics, metals, glass, and textiles. By examining the chemistry behind artistic techniques and materials, readers gain a deeper appreciation for both disciplines.
The book concludes by introducing modern analytical techniques used in cultural heritage science, demonstrating how chemists help conserve, authenticate, and study historical artifacts and artworks. Through a combination of chemistry fundamentals and real-world applications in art conservation, Chemistry and Art provides an engaging interdisciplinary approach that highlights the important role chemistry plays in understanding and preserving humanity's cultural heritage.
Acknowledgements
Introduction
Chapter 1: Light and Color
Chapter 2: Matter and Atoms
Chapter 3: The Periodic Table
Chapter 4: Ionic Compounds
Chapter 5: Oxidation Reduction Reactions
Chapter 6: Acids and Bases
Chapter 7: Nuclear Chemistry
Chapter 8: Organic Chemistry and Functional Groups
Chapter 9: Polymers and Biomolecules
Chapter 10: Introduction to Some Techniques Used in Cultural Heritage Analysis
Dr. Gaquere-Parker serves as the Assistant Vice-President for Education Abroad and Grants at UWG. She holds a PhD in Organic Chemistry and has obtained 18 graduate hours in Art History. She is a tenured full professor of chemistry and was the co-director of the STEM Teacher Preparation program at UWG. She co-authored several papers and a book on Chemistry and Art. She taught organic chemistry, chemistry and art, environmental science, medicinal and nursing chemistry, history of science, to only cite a few. She has designed and led several STEAM Teacher training workshops and has been the PI or co-PI of 14 successful externally funded grant proposals (~$4,000,000) focusing on Chemistry and Art, STEM Teacher preparation, and Leadership Development.