Souad Tayane
The document explores industrial organic chemistry in depth, from its historical evolution to its modern applications. It covers raw materials such as oil, natural gas, coal and biomass, detailing transformation processes such as distillation, cracking and polymerization to produce essential materials (plastics, solvents, etc.). The focus is on applications in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and consumer goods sectors. A major section deals with environmental challenges and innovations in green chemistry, with a focus on biodegradable polymers and the circular economy. The book concludes with the importance of emerging technologies (AI, nanotechnologies) for a sustainable future.
