by Paul W May (University of Bristol, UK)

Table of Contents (32k)
Preface (53k)
Chapter 1: Molecules with Silly or Unusual Names (3,425k)
Check out the author's website at www.chm.bris.ac.uk/sillymolecules/sillymols.htm

This popular science book shows that chemists do have a sense of humor, and this book is a celebration of the quirky side of scientific nomenclature. Here, some molecules are shown that have unusual, rude, ridiculous or downright silly names. Written in an easy-to-read style, anyone — not just scientists — can appreciate the content. Each molecule is illustrated with a photograph and/or image that relates directly or indirectly to its name and molecular structure. Thus, the book is not only entertaining, but also educational.

• Molecules with Silly or Unusual Names
• Minerals with Silly or Unusual Names
• Proteins and Enzymes with Silly or Unusual Names
• Genes with Silly or Unusual Names
• Silly Molecules Names — the Game