By examining metals that support a wide range of industries, starting with the elements themselves, we can gain insight into their background. This is not merely an accumulation of knowledge, but should also be useful for selecting materials and using them appropriately. This book introduces the characteristics, structure, and history of elements, as well as the features and applications of metals. Publisher: Nikkan Kogyo Shimbun Ltd. Release Date: 2014/2/26 Condition: The cover has some scratches, but the text is clean with no writing or highlighting. Overall, it is in good condition. We have checked it thoroughly, but please understand that as a used item, there may be some overlooked scratches, stains, or highlighting.