Chemistry for Agriculture Engineers

This book offers a concise foundation in applied chemistry starting with electrochemistry covering redox reactions electrolytic and galvanic cells Daniell cell electrodes reference electrodes electrochemical series Nernst equation pH measurement titrations and lithium cells. Food and soil chemistry discusses carbohydrates proteins fats oils fractional crystallization soil composition problem soils and nitrogen fixation. Water chemistry and waste management include hardness softening reverse osmosis disinfection oxygen demand and sewage treatment. Spectroscopic and instrumental methods present Beer-Lambert's law UV-visible spectroscopy thermal analysis and chromatography. Fuels and corrosion cover calorific values petrol diesel biodiesel natural gas combustion quality and corrosion control by galvanic series and cathodic protection. The text integrates theory with practical engineering applications.