Lawrence Rocks (chemist)
Lawrence Rocks | |
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| Born | August 27, 1933 New York City, U.S. |
| Alma mater | Purdue University (M.S.) Technische Hochschule Vienna (D.Sc) |
| Occupation(s) | Chemist / Prof. Emeritus, Long Island University |
| Known for | Chemistry, Analytical chemistry, Energy, Environmental science |
| Notable work | The Energy Crisis (Crown Publishers, 1972), Fuels For Tomorrow (PennWell Publishers, 1980) |
| Spouse | Marlene Rocks (married 1968) |
| Children | Burton Rocks |
| Website | www |
Lawrence Rocks (born August 27, 1933) is an American chemist and author who has written books on energy crises and biofuel. He has also written about chemistry and sports, specifically baseball.
His 1973 book The Energy Crisis coincided with the 1973 oil crisis. The book prompted public appearances and influenced the creation of the U.S. Department of Energy.
Rocks' has also worked with professional baseball player Paul DeJong on the role of chemistry in baseball.