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Chemistry Glossary & Dictionary
Look up the definitions of chemistry terms in this alphabetical chemistry dictionary or glossary.
Engineering Glossary
Look up engineering definitions and acronyms with this engineering glossary and dictionary.
Acronyms and Abbreviations of Chemical Compound Names
Type in an acronym or abbrevation to get the chemistry term. This searchable database is sponsored by Chemie.DE Information Service.
Acronyms and Abbreviations
This is a searchable English/German index of acronyms and abbreviations.
All About Jewels
This is an illustrated dictionary of jewelry, but it is a great reference for quick information about gemstones, metals, and minerals.
Atmospheric Chemistry Glossary
This is an updated list based on the 1995 glossary generated by students in a senior level class studying air quality and atmospheric chemistry at Sam Houston State University.
Beilstein Dictionary
This is an English and German dictionary for users of the Beilstein Handbook of Organic Chemistry.
Compressed Air Glossary of Terms
Chemistry terms applicable to compressed air systems. From Impact RM.
Constants, Units, and Uncertainties
Fundamental physical constants from the US National Institute of Standards and Technology.
Deciphering Precious Metal Quality Marks
Fu T'sang Treasures presents this page, which lists and defines quality marks for precious metals. Gold, silver, vermeil, platinum, and palladium are included.
Dictionary of Units
Système International history, units, definitions, and prefixes.
Gases and Definitions to Gaseous Processes
Glossary from C.F.C. Reclamation & Recycling Service.
Glossary of Misunderstood Physics Terms
Applicable to chemistry situations, as well. From Donald E. Simanek, Lock Haven University.
International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry
Naming conventions and proper terminology. Also, see the IUPAC Nomenclature Web version.
Laws List
Laws, rules, and principles in physics.
Merck Manual of Diagnosis and Therapy
Search for chemical terms with medical relevancy.

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