Dyes : from sea snails to synthetics /

Explains how dyes were developed, how they have been used throughout history and discusses the history and folklore surrounding different colors.

Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Kassinger, Ruth, 1954-
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Brookfield, Conn. : Twenty-First Century Books, [2003]
Series:Kassinger, Ruth, 1954- Material world.
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Description
Summary:Explains how dyes were developed, how they have been used throughout history and discusses the history and folklore surrounding different colors.
Physical Description:80 pages : color illustrations, color map ; 26 cm.
Awards:Outstanding Science Trade Books for Students K-12, 2004.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:0761321128 (lib. bdg.)