Publisher's Synopsis
Animal Chemistry, also known as Organic Chemistry in Its Application to Physiology and Pathology, is a book written by the renowned German chemist Justus Liebig. The book was first published in 1842 and is considered a classic in the field of biochemistry. In this book, Liebig explores the chemical processes that occur within living organisms, specifically animals. He examines the composition of various organs and tissues, such as the liver, muscles, and blood, and explains how they function on a molecular level. Liebig also discusses the role of nutrition in animal physiology and pathology. He explains how different nutrients, such as proteins, fats, and carbohydrates, are broken down and utilized by the body. He also discusses the effects of deficiencies in these nutrients and how they can lead to disease.Throughout the book, Liebig emphasizes the importance of chemistry in understanding the workings of the human body. He argues that chemistry is essential for understanding not only the basic processes of life but also the causes and treatments of disease.Overall, Animal Chemistry is a groundbreaking work that helped establish the field of biochemistry. It remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in the chemical processes that occur within living organisms.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
