Chemistry Books

Book SynopsisFor all mainstream AS and A Level specifications. No matter which specification you choose to follow, Advanced Chemistry provides comprehensive coverage of all the content you need to know; this revised and updated second edition will remain relevant even when specifications change. This indispensable guide takes a thorough and engaging approach to AS and A Level Chemistry.

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Book SynopsisHelp your students visualize chemistryand their role within it.

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Book SynopsisJim Clark is a Cambridge graduate with over 30 years of teaching experience at this level. He was Head of Chemistry and then Head of Science at Truro School in Cornwall. He took early retirement in 1997 and has since concentrated on writing.

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Book SynopsisUnderstand the applications of ionic liquid catalysis with this cutting-edge overview Ionic liquids have distinctive properties that have made them the subject of vigorous research in recent decades. They have primarily been seen as potential green alternatives to volatile organic solvents, and therefore as a vital tool in the development of sustainable industry. In fact, however, ionic liquids can also serve as catalysts, catalyst immobilizers, and initiators, with the result that they have been applied in over 100 known types of chemical reactions. Ionic Liquid Catalyzed Reactions offers a detailed overview of these reactions and the catalytic mechanism of ionic liquids. It surveys cutting-edge research into ionic liquid catalysis and the concepts, perspectives, and skills needed for scientists to incorporate it into a range of experimental fields. It is a must-own for anyone looking to understand the range and variety of uses for ionic liquid catalysis Ionic Liquid Catalyzed Reactions readers will also find: Case studies throughout showing ionic liquid catalysis applicationsInformation for scientists working in organic chemistry, electrochemistry, biotechnology, and many moreDetailed coverage of reactions including CO2 conversion, biomass transformation, organic synthesis, and many others Ionic Liquid Catalyzed Reactions is ideal for catalytic chemists, organic chemists, environmental chemists, electrochemists, and anyone else working with chemical catalysis in need of new experimental methods.

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Book SynopsisFeaturing a wealth of engaging content, this concept-based Course Book has been developed in cooperation with the IB to provide the most comprehensive support for the DP Chemistry specification, for first teaching from September 2023. It is packed full of questions, clear explanations and worked examples, plus extensive assessment preparation support.Use this print Course Book alongside the digital course on Oxford''s Kerboodle platform for the best teaching and learning experience. Oxford''s DP Science offer brings together the IB curriculum and future-facing functionality, enabling success in DP and beyond.Trade ReviewThe book nicely uses images to help to break up the text, and the images are relevant to the real world, which helps when teaching through a lens or a context. There are also plenty of other real-world applications with regard to the syllabus context and this will help students and teachers to see things through a particular lens, enhancing their learning experience. The content follows the road map given in the guide but the structure and reactivity sections are nicely broken up using the skills section. This ties together both strands of the course seamlessly. I think the book will be very useful in helping students understand the conceptual nature of the course, as well as providing teachers with an extremely useful resource to enhance their teaching. The Scientific Investigation section is well written and easy to understand and follow with plenty of useful examples. * DP Chemistry Workshop Leader *

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Book SynopsisThese popular molecular modelling sets can be used to make many different molecules. This makes them ideal for student use and also for educators and researchers. The set contains 72 colour-coded atoms, 105 links and 5 lone pair electron clouds. The shorter links can be used for single bonds, while the longer, flexible links can be used for double or triple bonds. Using molecular models can help students to visualise concepts such as isomerism through hands-on learning. The models can also be used to learn about balancing equations and molecular geometry. Molymod is a registered trade mark of the EU ( and other places) and is owned by Spiring Enterprises Limited who are the inventors and exclusive manufacturers of the molymod system. Made In England. NOT AVAILABLE IN NORTH AMERICA AND CANADATable of Contents72 colour-coded atoms; 105 links; 5 lone pair electron clouds

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Book SynopsisExam Board: EdexcelLevel: A-levelSubject: ChemistryFirst Teaching: September 2015First Exam: June 2016Ensure your students get to grips with the core practicals and develop the skills needed to succeed with an in-depth assessment-driven approach that builds and reinforces understanding; clear summaries of practical work with sample questions and answers help to improve exam technique in order to achieve higher grades.Written by experienced teacher and author David Scott, this Student Guide for practical Chemistry:- Help students easily identify what they need to know with a concise summary of required practical work examined in the A-level specifications.- Consolidate understanding of practical work, methodology, mathematical and other skills out of the laboratory with exam tips and knowledge check questions, with answers in the back of the book.- Provide plenty of opportunities for students to improve

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Book SynopsisExam Board: AQALevel & Subject: AS ChemistryFirst teaching: September 2015Next exams: June 2023 AQA approvedTrade ReviewReviews of previous edition: "Chemistry A2 is a full colour textbook designed for use with students studying for the new A2 componant of Curriculum 2000 in Chemistry (AQA Board). This book provides more than the bare minimum allowing the student to develop a full rounded interest and understanding in the subject. Chemistry A2 is written by examiners and thus matches perfectly the AQA syllabus."

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Book SynopsisDr Tim Gregory is a nuclear chemist at the National Nuclear Laboratory at Sellafield, public speaker, broadcaster and author of Meteorite: How Stones from Outer Space Made our World. In 2017, he was a finalist in BBC2's Astronauts: Do You Have What it Takes and has also presented on BBC's The Sky at Night and Channel 4's Steph's Packed Lunch. He has a PhD from the University of Bristol and lives in the North of England. His website is www.tim-gregory.co.uk.

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Book SynopsisCGP's A-Level OCR A Chemistry Revision Question Cards are a brilliant way of putting your knowledge to the test! There are a whopping 128 cards in the pack covering all the key topics. Each one starts off with quick questions to warm you up, followed by harder ones to get your brain into top gear. Flip the card over and you'll find full answers to each question, carefully written to help you understand everything you need to know. Along the way, we've packed in plenty of diagrams and expert revision tips, plus there are even questions on practical skills and maths skills too - amazing! The cards are perfectly matched to our Complete Revision & Practice guide (9781789080384) for OCR A Chemistry.

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Book SynopsisFully revised and updated for the linear qualification, written and checked by curriculum and specification experts, this Student Book supports and extends students through the course while delivering the breadth, depth, and skills needed to succeed at A Level and beyond.Table of ContentsPhysical chemistry 1 1 Atomic structure 1.1: Fundamental particles 1.2: Mass number, atomic number, and isotopes 1.3: The arrangement of the electrons 1.4: The mass spectrometer 1.5: More about electron arrangements in atoms 1.6: Electron arrangements and ionisation energy 2 Amount of substance 2.1: Relative atomic and molecular masses, the Avogadro constant, and the mole 2.2: Mole in solution 2.3: The ideal gas equations 2.4: Empirical and molecular formulae 2.5: Balanced equations and related calculations 2.6: Balanced equations, atom economies, and percentage yields 3 Bonding 3.1: The nature of ionic bonding 3.2: Covalent bonding 3.3: Metallic bonding 3.4: Electronegativity - bond polarity in covalent bonds 3.5: Forces acting between molecules 3.6: The shapes of molecules and ions 3.7: Bonding and physical properties 4 Energetics 4.1: Exothermic and endothermic reactions 4.2: Enthalpy 4.3: Measuring enthalpy changes 4.4: Hess's law 4.5: Enthalpy changes of combustion 4.6: Representing thermochemical cycles 4.7: Bond enthalpies 5 Kinetics 5.1: Collision theory 5.2: The Maxwell-Boltzmann distribution 5.3: Catalysts 6 Equilibria 6.1: The idea of equilibrium 6.2: Changing the conditions of an equilibrium reaction 6.3: Equilibrium reactions in industry 6.4: The Equilibrium constant, K 6.5: Calculations using equilibrium constant expressions 6.6: The effect of changing conditions on equilibria 7 Oxidation, reduction, and redox reactions 7.1: Oxidation and reduction 7.2: Oxidation states 7.3: Redox equations Inorganic chemistry 1 8 Periodicity 8.1: The Periodic Table 8.2: Trends in the properties of elements Period 3 8.3: More trends in the properties of the elements of Period 3 8.4: A closer look at ionisation energies 9 Group 2, the Alkaline Earth Metals 9.1: The physical and chemical properties of Group 2 10 Group 7[17], the Halogens 10.1: The Halogens 10.2: The chemical reactions of the Halogens 10.3: Reactions of halide ions 10.4: Uses of chlorine Organic chemistry 1 11 Introduction to organic chemistry 11.1: Carbon compounds 11.2: Nomenclature - naming organic compounds 11.3: Isomerism 12 Alkanes 12.1: Alkanes 12.2: Fractional distillation of crude oil 12.3: Industrial cracking 12.4: Combustion of alkanes 12.5: The formation of halogenoalkanes 13 Halogenoalkanes 13.1: Halogenoalkanes - introduction 13.2: Nucleophilic substitution in halogenoalkanes 13.3: Elimination reaction in halogenoalkanes 14 Alkenes 14.1: Alkenes 14.2: Reactions of alkenes 14.3: Addition polymers 15 Alcohols 15.1: Alcohols - introduction 15.2: Ethanol production 15.3: The reactions of alcohols 16 Organic analysis 16.1: Test-tube reactions 16.2: Mass spectrometry 16.3: Infrared spectroscopy Practical skills Mathematical skills

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Book SynopsisThis workbook has been written to assist students preparing to sit examinations for the current CCEA AS level Chemistry specification. It contains practice questions of examination standard, with space provided for writing answers to mirror the feel of an actual paper. Marks are indicated beside each question. All questions were specially commissioned for this workbook, and are not from past papers. The book also contains an introductory section with tips and advice on examination technique. The book addresses the following units of the specification • AS 1: Basic Concepts in Physical and Inorganic Chemistry • AS 2: Further Physical and Inorganic Chemistry and an Introduction to Organic Chemistry The authors, Alyn G McFarland and Nora Henry, are well-known Chemistry authors with many years’ teaching experience. A full mark scheme for this book is available online via this link: http://colourpointeducational.com/media/content/ASChemistryAnswers.pdf

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Book SynopsisDiscover and understand the key ideas that underpin the core science of chemistry and learn about the great minds who uncovered them Written in plain English, The Chemistry Book is packed with short, pithy explanations of some of the most historic moments in science, from the birth of atomic theory to the discovery of polyethylene and the development of new vaccine technologies to combat COVID-19. Simple graphics, such as flowcharts and mind maps, support the text and make the explanation of key concepts easy to follow.Arranged in chronological order, the book covers key themes in the physical and natural sciences, such as geochemistry and the elements. Within each chapter, a series of articles traces the history of scientific thought and introduces the work of the scientists who have shaped the subject such as John Dalton, Marie Curie, Dmitri Mendeleev, Kathleen Lonsdale, and Stephanie Kwolek. Along the way, the book addresses some of the most fund

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Book SynopsisRealistic exam prep is the key to mastering OCR A A-Level Chemistry and CGP has both years covered with this brilliant Exam Practice Workbook! It’s bursting with questions covering every topic students need to know, including a section of mixed (synoptic) questions. We’ve also added in tips throughout to make sure there are no unpleasant surprises in their exams! To round things off there are fully worked answers and mark schemes for every question. For study notes and even more practice don’t miss the CGP OCR A A-Level Chemistry Complete Revision & Practice guide (9781782943020).

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Book SynopsisThis brilliant CGP book covers all the maths skills needed in AS and A-Level Chemistry (the use of maths is required for 20% of the marks in the final exams and assessments). It explains Calculations, Units, Handling Data, Graph Skills and Geometry, with clear study notes and step-by-step examples in the context of Chemistry. And to make sure you’ve really got to grips with it all, there are practice questions for each topic - with answers included at the back of the book.

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsPreface ix Introduction xi Acknowledgments xiii How to Use This Book xvi 1 Atomic Structure, Periodic Table, Electronic Structure 1 2 Atomic Weights 27 3 Periodic Properties and Chemical Bonding 47 4 Molecular and Formula Weights 79 5 Nomenclature 105 6 Chemical Equations 129 7 Mole Concept 155 8 Gases 167 9 Solids 203 10 Liquids 223 11 Solutions and Their Properties 245 12 Chemical Equilibrium 277 13 Acids and Bases 317 14 Organic Chemistry 355 Appendix Table of Atomic Weights 400 Periodic Table of the Elements 401 Table of Four-Place Logarithms 402 Index 405

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Book SynopsisPlease note this title is suitable for any student studying: Exam Board: OCR Level: A Level Subject: Chemistry A First teaching: September 2015; first exams: June 2017 . Written by curriculum and specification experts, this Student Book supports students through the linear OCR A Level Chemistry course. Building on the experiences at GCSE, this book continues the exploration of key chemistry topics in depth. Support is given to help make links across topics, while application tasks look at a concept from a new context. There are also plenty of practice opportunities through guided activities that make sure maths and practical skills are covered.Table of ContentsModule 1 Development of practical skills in chemistry Module 2 Foundations in chemistry Ch2: Atoms, ions, and compounds Ch3: Amount of substance Ch4: Acids and redox Ch5: Electrons and bonding Ch6: Shapes of molecules and intermolecular forces Module 3 Periodic table and energy Ch7: Periodicity Ch8: Reactivity trends Ch9: Enthalpy Ch10: Reaction rates and equilibrium Module 4 Core organic chemistry Ch11: Basic concepts of organic chemistry Ch12: Alkanes Ch13: Alkenes Ch14: Alcohols Ch15: Haloalkanes Ch16: Organic synthesis Ch17: Spectroscopy Module 5 Physical chemistry and transition elements Ch18: Rates of reactions Ch19: Equilibrium Ch20: Acids, bases, and pH Ch21: Buffers and neutralisation Ch22: Enthalpy and entropy Ch23: Redox and electrode potentials Ch24: Transition elements Module 6 Organic chemistry and analysis Ch25: Aromatic chemistry Ch26: Carbonyls and carboxylic acids Ch27: Amines, amino acids, and polymers Ch28: Organic synthesis Ch29: Chromatography and spectroscopy Unifying concepts

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Book SynopsisExam Board: EdexcelLevel: AS/A-levelSubject: ChemistryFirst Teaching: September 2015First Exam: June 2016Endorsed by Edexcel Develop and assess your students'' knowledge and mathematical skills throughout A Level with worked examples, practical assessment guidance and differentiated end of topic questions with this Edexcel Year 1 student book - Identifies the level of your students'' understanding with diagnostic questions and a summary of prior knowledge at the start of the Year 1 Student Book- Provides support for all 16 required practicals with various activities and questions, along with a ''Practical'' chapter covering procedural understanding and key ideas related to measurement- Mathematical skills are integrated throughout with plenty of worked examples, including notes on methods to help explain the strategies for solving each type of problem- Offers plenty of practice with Test YouTrade ReviewIts a great book, with enough explanations and solved practice problems. The exam style questions at the end of unit are organized in increasing order of difficulty. -- Mrs Sara George * Abigail Lambert *

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Book SynopsisGet ahead of the game in A-Level Chemistry with CGP''s unbeatable Head Start book! It goes over crucial topics you'll need to remember from GCSE, with crystal-clear study notes, examples, and practice questions - plus it's suitable for all exam boards. What's more, we've included detailed introductions to important A-Level topics, so you can see what you''re in for! Plus, this book comes with a free Online Edition, so you can take it on road too.You''re on a roll - make sure your Maths skills are up to the challenge with CGP''s marvellous guide to Essential Maths Skills for A-Level Chemistry (9781782944720)!

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Book SynopsisBursting with exam-style questions this superb CGP Exam Practice Workbook is the perfect companion for Year 1 & 2 of AQA A-Level Chemistry. It’s packed with questions covering every topic students need to know, including a section of mixed (synoptic) questions. We’ve also added in exam tips throughout to make sure there are no unpleasant surprises in their exams! To round things off there are fully worked answers and mark schemes for every question. For study notes and even more practice don’t miss the CGP AQA A-Level Chemistry Complete Revision & Practice guide (9781789080292).

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Book SynopsisYou'll find everything you need for both years of A-Level AQA Chemistry in this CGP Complete Revision & Practice Guide! It has straightforward study notes, helpful examples and full-colour diagrams. We've included more challenging exam practice than ever before with plenty of practice questions and exam-style questions (with detailed answers) for every topic - plus a section of mixed (synoptic) practice testing different parts of the course. To round things off there are sections of in-depth advice on Practical Skills and how to pick up top marks in the exams. There's even a free Online Edition of the whole book - just use the code printed inside the book to access it on your PC, Mac or tablet. For even more practice don't miss CGP's A-Level Chemistry Exam Practice Workbook (9781782949138).

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Book SynopsisThis superb Complete CGP Revision & Practice covers both years of OCR A A-Level Chemistry - and it's fully up to date for the latest specifications! It has straightforward study notes, helpful examples and full-colour diagrams. We've included plenty of exam practice with practice questions and exam-style questions (with detailed answers) for every topic - plus a section of mixed (synoptic) practice testing different parts of the course. To round things off there's a section of advice on Practical Skills. There's even a free Online Edition of the whole book - just use the code printed inside the book to access it on your PC, Mac or tablet. Don't miss our OCR A A-Level Chemistry Exam Practice Workbook (9781782949220) for even more practice.

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Book SynopsisFully updated to cover the current CCEA AS Level Chemistry specification. Following the same content as the specification, the book is presented in full colour with over one hundred illustrations. The bright, clear layout will aid students’ understanding of the course. Over 600 questions and worked examples are provided throughout to reinforce learning and aid preparation for the exam. The answers are supplied. A Practical Assessment section is included to address the AS 3 Basic Practical Chemistry unit. The text is also supported by a glossary of terms, broken down by chapter. The book has been through a thorough quality assurance check by an independent Chemistry expert. The author, Wingfield Glassey, is experienced in the subject and currently teaches A Level Chemistry at a Northern Ireland grammar school. Contents: Unit AS1: Basic Concepts in Physical and Inorganic Chemistry 1.1 – Formulas, Equations and Amounts of Substance 1.2 – Atomic Structure and The Periodic Table 1.3 – Chemical Bonding and Structure 1.4 – Shapes of Molecules and Ions 1.5 – Intermolecular Forces 1.6 – Oxidation and Reduction 1.7 – Group VII: The Halogens 1.8 – Volumetric Analysis 1.9 – Qualitative Analysis Unit AS2: Further Physical and Inorganic Chemistry and an Introduction to Organic Chemistry 2.1 – Further Calculations 2.2 – Organic Chemistry 2.3 – Hydrocarbons: Alkanes 2.4 – Hydrocarbons: Alkenes 2.5 – Halogenoalkanes 2.6 – Alcohols 2.7 – Infrared Spectroscopy 2.8 – Energetics 2.9 – Equilibrium 2.10 – Chemical Kinetics 2.11 – Group II: The Alkaline Earth Metals Unit AS3: Practical Assessment Answers Glossary Appendix 1 – Specification Mapping Appendix 2 – Working with Significant FiguresTable of ContentsContents: Unit AS1: Basic Concepts in Physical and Inorganic Chemistry 1.1 – Formulas, Equations and Amounts of Substance 1.2 – Atomic Structure and The Periodic Table 1.3 – Chemical Bonding and Structure 1.4 – Shapes of Molecules and Ions 1.5 – Intermolecular Forces 1.6 – Oxidation and Reduction 1.7 – Group VII: The Halogens 1.8 – Volumetric Analysis 1.9 – Qualitative Analysis Unit AS2: Further Physical and Inorganic Chemistry and an Introduction to Organic Chemistry 2.1 – Further Calculations 2.2 – Organic Chemistry 2.3 – Hydrocarbons: Alkanes 2.4 – Hydrocarbons: Alkenes 2.5 – Halogenoalkanes 2.6 – Alcohols 2.7 – Infrared Spectroscopy 2.8 – Energetics 2.9 – Equilibrium 2.10 – Chemical Kinetics 2.11 – Group II: The Alkaline Earth Metals Unit AS3: Practical Assessment Answers Glossary Appendix 1 – Specification Mapping Appendix 2 – Working with Significant Figures

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Book SynopsisThis brilliant Complete Revision & Practice book is the perfect companion to both years of Edexcel A-Level Chemistry! Every topic is clearly explained with straightforward revision notes, helpful examples and full-colour diagrams. We've also included practice questions and exam-style questions (with answers) throughout the book, plus plenty of in-depth advice on how to score top marks in the exams and practical assessments. And finally, you can use the code printed inside the book to access a free Online Edition of the whole thing on your PC, Mac or tablet! Looking for more help with the maths you''ll need for A-Level Chemistry? Try our Essential Maths Skill book (9781782944720)!

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Book SynopsisComplete course coverage for the best grades in the upcoming mocks and exams!CGP has both years of OCR A A-Level Chemistry covered in this mighty Student Book! It's packed with in-depth, accessible notes explaining every topic, supported by clear diagrams, photographs, tips and worked examples. To test students' knowledge and understanding, there are practice questions and exam-style questions throughout the book (with detailed answers included). There's also detailed guidance on Maths Skills and Practical Investigations, plus indispensable advice for success in the final exams. What's more, we've thrown in a free Online Edition that lets you read the entire book on a PC, Mac or tablet. When the book arrives, just use the unique code printed inside the cover to gain full access. Don't miss CGP's Student Books covering both years of OCR A A-Level Biology (9781789086676) and Physics (9781789086690).

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Book SynopsisSolid State Physics Enables readers to easily understand the basics of solid state physics Solid State Physics is a successful short textbook that gives a clear and concise introduction to its subject. The presentation is suitable for students who are exposed to this topic for the first time. Each chapter starts with basic principles and gently progresses to more advanced concepts, using easy-to-follow explanations and keeping mathematical formalism to a minimum. This new edition is thoroughly revised, with easier-to-understand descriptions of metallic and covalent bonding, a straightforward proof of Bloch’s theorem, a simpler approach to the nearly free electron model, and enhanced pedagogical features, such as more than 100 discussion questions, 70 problems – including problems to train the students’ skills to find computational solutions – and multiple-choice questions at the end of each chapter, with solutions in the book for self-training. Solid State Physics introduces the readers to: Crystal structures and underlying bonding mechanisms The mechanical and vibrational properties of solids Electronic properties in both a classical and a quantum mechanical picture, with a treatment of the electronic phenomena in metals, semiconductors and insulators More advanced subjects, such as magnetism, superconductivity and phenomena emerging for nano-scaled solids For bachelor’s students in physics, materials sciences, engineering sciences, and chemistry, Solid State Physics serves as an introductory textbook, with many helpful supplementary learning resources included throughout the text and available online, to aid in reader comprehension.Table of ContentsPreface to the First Edition xi Preface to the Second Edition xiii Preface to the Third Edition xv Physical Constants and Energy Equivalents xvii 1 Crystal Structures 1 1.1 General Description of Crystal Structures 2 1.2 Some Important Crystal Structures 3 1.2.1 Cubic Structures 4 1.2.2 Close-Packed Structures 5 1.2.3 Structures of Covalently Bonded Solids 6 1.3 Crystal Structure Determination 7 1.3.1 X-Ray Diffraction 7 1.3.1.1 Bragg Theory 7 1.3.1.2 Lattice Planes and Miller Indices 8 1.3.1.3 General Diffraction Theory 9 1.3.1.4 The Reciprocal Lattice 11 1.3.1.5 The Meaning of the Reciprocal Lattice 12 1.3.1.6 X-Ray Diffraction from Periodic Structures 14 1.3.1.7 The Ewald Construction 15 1.3.1.8 Relation Between Bragg and Laue Theory 16 1.3.2 Other Methods for Structure Determination 17 1.3.3 Inelastic Scattering 17 1.4 Further Reading 17 1.5 Discussion and Problems 18 Discussion 18 Basic Concepts 18 Problems 20 2 Bonding in Solids 23 2.1 Attractive and Repulsive Forces 23 2.2 Ionic Bonding 24 2.3 Covalent Bonding 25 2.4 Metallic Bonding 32 2.5 Hydrogen Bonding 33 2.6 Van der Waals Bonding 33 2.7 Further Reading 34 2.8 Discussion and Problems 34 Discussion 34 Basic Concepts 35 Problems 35 3 Mechanical Properties 37 3.1 Elastic Deformation 39 3.1.1 Macroscopic Picture 39 3.1.1.1 Elastic Constants 39 3.1.1.2 Poisson’s Ratio 40 3.1.1.3 Relation Between Elastic Constants 40 3.1.2 Microscopic Picture 41 3.2 Plastic Deformation 43 3.2.1 Estimate of the Yield Stress 43 3.2.2 Point Defects and Dislocations 45 3.2.3 The Role of Defects in Plastic Deformation 45 3.3 Fracture 47 3.4 Further Reading 48 3.5 Discussion and Problems 48 Discussion 48 Basic Concepts 49 Problems 49 4 Thermal Properties of the Lattice 51 4.1 Lattice Vibrations 51 4.1.1 A Simple Harmonic Oscillator 51 4.1.2 An Infinite Chain of Atoms 52 4.1.2.1 One Atom Per Unit Cell 52 4.1.2.2 The First Brillouin Zone 55 4.1.2.3 Two Atoms per Unit Cell 56 4.1.3 A Finite Chain of Atoms 58 4.1.4 Quantized Vibrations, Phonons 59 4.1.5 Three-Dimensional Solids 61 4.1.5.1 Generalization to Three Dimensions 61 4.1.5.2 Estimate of the Vibrational Frequencies from the Elastic Constants 63 4.2 Heat Capacity of the Lattice 64 4.2.1 Classical Theory and Experimental Results 65 4.2.2 Einstein Model 66 4.2.3 Debye Model 68 4.3 Thermal Conductivity 71 4.4 Thermal Expansion 74 4.5 Allotropic Phase Transitions and Melting 75 References 78 4.6 Further Reading 78 4.7 Discussion and Problems 78 Discussion 78 Basic Concepts 79 Problems 81 5 Electronic Properties of Metals: Classical Approach 85 5.1 Basic Assumptions of the Drude Model 85 5.2 Results from the Drude Model 87 5.2.1 dc Electrical Conductivity 87 5.2.2 Hall Effect 89 5.2.3 Optical Reflectivity of Metals 90 5.2.4 The Wiedemann–Franz Law 93 5.3 Shortcomings of the Drude Model 93 5.4 Further Reading 94 5.5 Discussion and Problems 95 Discussion 95 Basic Concepts 95 Problems 96 6 Electronic Properties of Solids: Quantum Mechanical Approach 99 6.1 The Idea of Energy Bands 100 6.2 The Free Electron Model 103 6.2.1 The Quantum-Mechanical Eigenstates 103 6.2.2 Electronic Heat Capacity 107 6.2.3 The Wiedemann–Franz Law 108 6.2.4 Screening 108 6.3 The General Form of the Electronic States 111 6.4 Nearly-Free Electron Model: Band Formation 114 6.5 Tight-binding Model 119 6.6 Energy Bands in Real Solids 124 6.7 Transport Properties 130 6.8 Brief Review of Some Key Ideas 134 References 135 6.9 Further Reading 135 6.10 Discussion and Problems 136 Discussion 136 Basic Concepts 137 Problems 140 7 Semiconductors 145 7.1 Intrinsic Semiconductors 146 7.1.1 Temperature Dependence of the Carrier Density 148 7.2 Doped Semiconductors 153 7.2.1 n and p Doping 153 7.2.2 Carrier Density 155 7.3 Conductivity of Semiconductors 157 7.4 Semiconductor Devices 158 7.4.1 The pn Junction 158 7.4.2 Transistors 163 7.4.3 Optoelectronic Devices 165 7.5 Further Reading 168 7.6 Discussion and Problems 169 Discussion 169 Basic Concepts 170 Problems 172 8 Magnetism 175 8.1 Macroscopic Description 175 8.2 Quantum-Mechanical Description of Magnetism 177 8.3 Paramagnetism and Diamagnetism in Atoms 179 8.4 Weak Magnetism in Solids 182 8.4.1 Diamagnetic Contributions 183 8.4.1.1 Contribution from the Atoms 183 8.4.1.2 Contribution from the Free Electrons 183 8.4.2 Paramagnetic Contributions 183 8.4.2.1 Curie Paramagnetism 184 8.4.2.2 Pauli Paramagnetism 185 8.5 Magnetic Ordering 187 8.5.1 Magnetic Ordering and the Exchange Interaction 187 8.5.2 Magnetic Ordering for Localized Spins 189 8.5.3 Magnetic Ordering in a Band Picture 193 8.5.4 Ferromagnetic Domains 195 8.5.5 Hysteresis 196 Reference 198 8.6 Further Reading 198 8.7 Discussion and Problems 199 Discussion 199 Basic Concepts 200 Problems 201 9 Dielectrics 203 9.1 Macroscopic Description 203 9.2 Microscopic Polarization 205 9.3 The Local Field 207 9.4 Frequency Dependence of the Dielectric Constant 208 9.4.1 Excitation of Lattice Vibrations 208 9.4.2 Electronic Transitions 212 9.5 Other Effects 213 9.5.1 Impurities in Dielectrics 213 9.5.2 Ferroelectricity 214 9.5.3 Piezoelectricity 215 9.5.4 Dielectric Breakdown 216 9.6 Further Reading 216 9.7 Discussion and Problems 216 Discussion 216 Basic Concepts 217 Problems 218 10 Superconductivity 221 10.1 Basic Experimental Facts 222 10.1.1 Zero Resistivity 222 10.1.2 The Meissner Effect 225 10.1.3 The Isotope Effect 227 10.2 Some Theoretical Aspects 227 10.2.1 Phenomenological Theory 227 10.2.2 Microscopic BCS Theory 230 10.3 Experimental Detection of the Gap 236 10.4 Coherence of the Superconducting State 238 10.5 Type-I and Type-II Superconductors 239 10.6 High-Temperature Superconductivity 242 10.7 Concluding Remarks 243 References 244 10.8 Further Reading 244 10.9 Discussion and Problems 244 Discussion 244 Basic Concepts 245 Problems 246 11 Finite Solids and Nanostructures 249 11.1 Quantum Confinement 250 11.2 Surfaces and Interfaces 252 11.3 Magnetism on the Nanoscale 255 11.4 Further Reading 256 11.5 Discussion and Problems 257 Discussion 257 Basic Concepts 257 Problems 257 Appendix A 259 A.1 Explicit Forms of Vector Operations 259 A.2 Differential Form of the Maxwell Equations 260 A.3 Maxwell Equations in Matter 261 Appendix B 263 B.1 Solutions to Basic Concepts Questions 263 Index 265

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Book SynopsisComplete course coverage for the best grades in the upcoming mocks and exams!This fantastic CGP Student Book comprehensively covers both years of AQA A-Level Chemistry. It's bursting with in-depth, accessible notes explaining every course topic, plus all of the Required Practicals. Everything's supported by clear diagrams, photographs, tips and worked examples. Throughout the book there are lots of practice questions and exam-style questions (with answers at the back). There's detailed guidance on Maths Skills and Practical Skills, as well as indispensable advice for success in the final exams. We've even thrown in a free Online Edition of the whole book - just use the code printed inside the book to access it on your PC, Mac or tablet. If you'd prefer Year 1 (9781782943211) & Year 2 (9781782943266) in separate books, CGP has them too! And for more detailed coverage of the mathematical elements of A-Level Chemistry, try our Essential Maths Skills book (978182944720)!

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Book SynopsisProfessor James Miller is Emeritus Professor of Analytical Chemistry at Loughborough University.  He has published numerous reviews and papers on analytical techniques and been awarded the SAC Silver Medal, the Theophilus Redwood Lectureship and the SAC Gold Medal by the Royal Society of Chemsitry.  A Past President of the Analytical Division of the RSC, he is currently Chairman of the Divisions's Statistical Sub-Committee. A former member of the Society's Council, he has served on the editorial boards of many analytical and spectroscopic journals.   Dr Jane Miller completed a PhD at Cambridge University's Cavendish Laboratory and is an experienced teacher of mathematics and physics at higher education and 6th form levels.  She holds an MSc in Applied Statistics from Sheffield Hallam University and is the author of several specialist A-level statistics texts.   Robert Miller has an honours degree in chemistry Table of Contents Glossary of symbols 1 Introduction 2 Statistics of repeated measurements 3 Significance tests 4 The quality of analytical measurements 5 Calibration methods in instrumental analysis: Regression and correlation 6 Non-parametric and robust methods 7 Experimental design and optimisation 8 Multivariate analysis Appendix 1: Commonly used statistical significance tests Appendix 2: Statistical tables

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Book SynopsisIf you''re left blinded by science, this ultimate home learning workbook companion makes everything clear.This unique visual reference guide adopts a simple step-by-step approach to give you a complete understanding of this diverse and difficult subject. Bubbling over with pictures, diagrams, and information, this book covers biology, chemistry, and physics in comprehensive depth and detail. Carol Vorderman''s Help Your Kids with Science encourages parents and children to work together as a team to solve even the most challenging problems on the school syllabus.It focuses on the UK National Curriculum up to GCSE level, but proves absolutely invaluable for adult students and science fans alike. The reference section also includes a glossary of key scientific terms and symbols, helping anyone learn a bit more about science, whether for their own knowledge or to tackle Key Stages 3 and 4.Created with home learning in mind, Help Your Kids with Science ensuTable of Contents 1: Foreword by Carol Vorderman 2: What is science? 3: The Scientific Method 4: Fields of Science 5: Biology 1: What is biology? 2: Variety of life 3: Cell structure 4: Cells at work 5: Fungi and single-celled life 6: Respiration 7: Photosynthesis 8: Feeding 9: Waste materials 10: Transport systems 11: Movement 12: Sensitivity 13: Reproduction I 14: Reproduction II 15: Life cycles 16: Hormones 17: Disease and immunity 18: Animal relationships 19: Plants 20: Invertebrates 21: Fish, amphibians, and reptiles 22: Mammals and birds 23: Body systems 24: Human senses 25: Human digestion 26: Brain and heart 27: Human health 28: Human reproduction 29: Ecosystems 30: Food chains 31: Cycles in nature 32: Evolution 33: Adaptations 34: Genetics I 35: Genetics II 36: Pollution 37: Human impact 6: Chemistry 1: What is chemistry? 2: Properties of materials 3: States of matter 4: Changing states 5: Gas laws 6: Mixtures 7: Separating mixtures 8: Elements and atoms 9: Compounds and molecules 10: Ionic bonding 11: Covalent bonding 12: Periodic table 13: Understanding the periodic table 14: Alkali metals and alkali earth metals 15: The halogens and noble gases 16: Transition metals 17: Radioactivity 18: Chemical reactions 19: Combustion 20: Redox reactions 21: Energy and reactions 22: Rates of reaction 23: Catalysts 24: Reversible reactions 25: Water 26: Acids and bases 27: Acid reactions 28: Electrochemistry 29: Lab equipment and techniques 30: Refining metals 31: Chemical industry 32: Carbon and fossil fuels 33: Hydrocarbons 34: Functional groups 35: polymers and plastics 7: Physics 1: What is physics? 2: Inside atoms 3: Energy 4: Forces and mass 5: Stretching and deforming 6: Velocity and acceleration 7: Gravity 8: Newton’s law of motion 9: Understanding motion 10: Pressure 11: Machines 12: Heat transfer 13: Using heat 14: Waves 15: Electromagnetic waves 16: Light 17: Optics 18: Sound 19: Electricity 20: Current, voltage, and resistance 21: Circuits 22: Electronics 23: Magnets 24: Electric motors 25: Electricity generators 26: Transformers 27: Power generation 28: Electricity supplies 29: Energy efficiency 30: Renewable energy 31: The Earth 32: Weather 33: Astronomy 34: The Sun 35: The Solar System I 36: The Solar System II 37: Stars and galaxies 38: Origins of the Universe 8: Reference - Biology 9: Reference - Chemistry 10: Reference - Physics 11: Glossary 12: Index 13: Acknowledgements

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Book SynopsisThis book explains the correct logical approach to analysis of forensic scientific evidence. The focus is on general methods of analysis applicable to all forms of evidence. It starts by explaining the general principles and then applies them to issues in DNA and other important forms of scientific evidence as examples.Table of ContentsPreface to the First Edition xi Preface to the Second Edition xv 1. Introduction 1 1.1 Three ‘principles’ 1 1.2 Dreyfus, Bertillon, and Poincaré 3 1.3 Requirements for Forensic Scientific Evidence 5 1.3.1 Reliability 6 1.4 What We Will Cover 6 2. Interpreting Scientific Evidence 9 2.1 Relevance and Probative Value 9 2.1.1 Ideal and Useless Evidence 10 2.1.2 Typical Evidence 11 2.1.3 An Aside on Probability and Odds 11 2.1.4 A Breath-Testing Device 13 2.2 The Likelihood Ratio and Bayes’ Theorem 14 2.2.1 The Likelihood Ratio 14 2.2.2 Bayes’ Theorem 15 2.2.3 The Effect of Prior Odds 16 2.2.4 An HIV Test 16 2.2.5 Transposing the Conditional 17 2.2.6 Giving Evidence 18 2.3 Admissibility and Relevance 19 2.3.1 Prejudging the Case? 20 2.4 Case Studies 21 2.4.1 A Useful Presentation of DNA Evidence 21 2.4.2 The Shoe Mark at the Murder Scene 22 2.4.3 The Probability of Paternity 23 2.4.4 Child Sexual Abuse 26 2.5 Summary 27 3. The Alternative Hypothesis 29 3.1 Some Symbols 29 3.1.1 Hypotheses 29 3.1.2 Evidence 30 3.1.3 Probability 30 3.2 Which Alternative Hypothesis? 30 3.2.1 Probative Value and the Alternative Hypothesis 30 3.2.2 Selecting the Appropriate Alternative Hypotheses 31 3.2.3 Example 32 3.3 Exclusive, Exhaustive, and Multiple Hypotheses 33 3.3.1 Exclusiveness 33 3.3.2 Exhaustiveness 34 3.3.3 Multiple Hypotheses 35 3.4 Immigration and Paternity Cases 35 3.4.1 No Alternative Father 36 3.4.2 A Named Alternative Father 36 3.4.3 An Older Example 37 3.5 ‘It Was My Brother’ 38 3.6 Traces at the Scene and Traces on the Suspect 39 3.6.1 Traces at the Scene 39 3.6.2 Traces on the Accused 39 3.6.3 The Accused’s Race 40 3.7 Hypothetical Questions 40 3.8 Pre-Trial Conferences and Defence Notice 42 3.9 Case Studies 43 3.9.1 Alternative Hypotheses in Cases of Child Sexual Abuse 43 3.9.2 The Shoe Mark Case Again 43 3.9.3 Sally Clark 44 3.10 Summary 45 4. What Questions Can the Expert Deal With? 47 4.1 The Hierarchy of Propositions 47 4.2 The Ultimate Issue Rule 50 4.2.1 Rationale 51 4.2.2 Experts Must Not Give Evidence on Legal Concepts 51 4.2.3 The Rule and Logical Inference 52 4.2.4 The Ultimate Issue Rule Is Correct 53 4.3 Summary 54 5. Explaining the Strength of Evidence 55 5.1 Explaining the Likelihood Ratio 56 5.1.1 Sensitivity Tables 57 5.2 The Weight of Evidence 57 5.3 Words Instead of Numbers? 58 5.3.1 Standardising Word Meanings 59 5.3.2 The Inconsistent Meanings of ‘Consistent’ 60 5.3.3 ‘Could Have’ and ‘Could Have Not’ 61 5.3.4 There’s Nothing Special about Being ‘Unique’ 61 5.3.5 ‘Reliability’ 62 5.3.6 Other Words to Avoid 63 5.4 Dealing with Wrongly Expressed Evidence 63 5.5 Case Studies 64 5.5.1 Shoe Marks 64 5.5.2 Stomach Contents 66 5.5.3 Hair Growth 66 5.6 Summary 67 6. The Case as a Whole 69 6.1 Combining Evidence 69 6.1.1 Dependent and Independent Evidence 70 6.1.2 Conditional Independence 71 6.1.3 Combining Dependent Evidence 72 6.2 Can Combined Weak Evidence Be Stronger Than Its Components? 72 6.3 The Standard of Proof and the Cost of Errors 74 6.3.1 Civil Cases 75 6.3.2 Criminal Cases 75 6.3.3 Child Sex-Abuse Cases 75 6.3.4 Is a Quantifiable Doubt a Reasonable Doubt? 75 6.3.5 What If the Scientific Evidence Is the Only Evidence? 76 6.4 Assessing Prior Odds 76 6.4.1 Prior Odds and the Presumption of Innocence 77 6.5 The Defence Hypothesis and the Prior Odds 78 6.6 Case Studies 78 6.6.1 A Bomb-Hoax Call 78 6.6.2 Loveridge V Adlam 81 6.7 Summary 82 7. Forensic Science Methodology 85 7.1 A General Methodology for Comparative Analysis 86 7.1.1 Choosing Features 86 7.1.2 Choosing How to Compare Features 87 7.1.3 Calculating Same-Source and Different-Source Comparison Scores 88 7.1.4 Generating Likelihood Ratios 90 7.2 Assessing the Performance of an Expert or a Comparison System 90 7.2.1 Discrimination 91 7.2.2 Calibration 91 7.2.3 Misleading Evidence 92 7.2.4 Discrimination versus Calibration 93 7.2.5 Improving Calibration 93 7.3 System Performance Characteristics 95 7.3.1 Tippett Plots 95 7.3.2 Measuring Discrimination and Calibration Separately 96 7.4 Case Assessment and Interpretation (CAI) 98 7.4.1 Defining the Customer Requirement 98 7.4.2 Assessing How Forensic Science Can Help 99 7.4.3 Agreeing on a Case Examination Strategy 99 7.4.4 Examination, Interpretation, and Communication 99 7.4.5 Case Example, Murder or Suicide? 100 7.5 Context Bias 102 7.5.1 Base Rate Information 102 7.5.2 Case Information 103 7.5.3 Reference Material 103 7.5.4 Questioned Material 103 7.6 Summary 104 8. Assigning Likelihood Ratios 107 8.1 DNA 108 8.1.1 A Single Comparison with a Match as a Result 109 8.1.2 A Database Search with a Single Match as a Result 109 8.1.3 A Database Search with Multiple Matches as a Result 110 8.1.4 Extremely Large LRs 111 8.2 Glass Refractive Index 111 8.3 Colour Comparison 113 8.3.1 Colour Feature Selection or Construction 113 8.3.2 Colour Comparison Algorithm 114 8.3.3 Colour Feature and Score Distribution for Collection 114 8.4 Fingerprints 116 8.4.1 Feature Selection or Construction 117 8.4.2 Comparison Algorithm, and Within- and Between-Source Scores 119 8.5 Signatures 121 8.6 Psychological Evidence 125 8.6.1 The Probative Value of Psychological Evidence 125 8.7 Summary 127 9. Errors of Thinking 129 9.1 A Brace of Lawyers’ Fallacies 129 9.1.1 The Prosecutor’s Fallacy 129 9.1.2 The Defence Attorney’s Fallacy 133 9.1.3 Balance 134 9.2 Double-Counting Evidence? 134 9.3 The Accuracy and Reliability of Scientific Evidence 135 9.3.1 Honest Reporting 136 9.3.2 Quality Control 136 9.3.3 Laboratory Error Rate 137 9.4 Case Studies 138 9.4.1 The mad Earl of Ferrers 138 9.4.2 The Blood on the Belt 139 9.4.3 Broken Glass 141 9.5 Summary 144 10. Frequentist Statistics and Database Matching 147 10.1 The Frequentist Statistical Approach 148 10.1.1 Problems of Significance Testing 148 10.1.2 What Is a Confidence Interval? 150 10.2 Databases 152 10.2.1 Using This Evidence 153 10.2.2 Traps with Databases 153 10.3 The Right Questions and the Wrong Questions 154 10.3.1 When the Wrong Questions Give the Right Answers 155 10.4 Summary 158 11. Implications for the Legal System 161 11.1 What Is Expert Evidence? 161 11.1.1 Is Expert Evidence Just Opinion Evidence? 162 11.1.2 Is ‘Expert Opinion’ Different from ‘Lay Opinion’? 163 11.1.3 Expert Evidence as a Subject in Itself 163 11.2 Who Is an Expert? 164 11.2.1 An Organised Body of Knowledge? 165 11.2.2 Forensic Scientists as Expert Witnesses 166 11.3 Insanity and the Ultimate Issue Rule 166 11.3.1 Is Forensic Science Different from Other Sciences? 168 11.4 Novel Forms of Scientific Evidence 168 11.4.1 Additional Requirements for Forensic Scientific Evidence? 168 11.4.2 The End of the Frye Test – Daubert 170 11.4.3 Testing of the Theory or Technique 171 11.4.4 Publication and Peer Review 172 11.4.5 Actual or Potential Error Rates 172 11.4.6 Wide Acceptance 173 11.4.7 Conclusions on Daubert 174 11.5 Knowledge of Context 174 11.5.1 The Importance of Context 174 11.5.2 Defence Disclosure 175 11.6 Court-Appointed Experts 176 11.7 Summary 177 12. Conclusion 179 12.1 Forensic Science as a Science 180 12.2 Conclusions 181 12.3 The Fundamental Questions 181 Appendix 183 A.1 Probability, Odds, Bayes’ Rule and the Weight of Evidence 183 A.1.1 Probability 183 A.1.2 Odds 184 A.1.3 Symbols 185 A.2 Laws of Probability 186 A.2.1 Complementarity 186 A.2.2 Product Rule 186 A.2.3 Sum Rule 187 A.2.4 The Likelihood Ratio, LR 188 A.2.5 Bayes’ Rule 188 A.2.6 Probability Form 188 A.2.7 Odds Form of Bayes’ Rule 189 A.2.8 Combining Evidence 189 A.3 The Weight of Evidence 190 Index 193

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Book SynopsisPlease note this title is suitable for any student studying: Exam Board: AQA Level: A Level Subject: Chemistry First teaching: September 2015; first exams: June 2017Written and checked by curriculum and specification experts, this Student Book supports and extends students through their course whilst delivering the maths, practical and synoptic skills needed to succeed at A Level and beyond. The book uses clear straightforward explanations to develop real subject knowledge and allow students to link ideas together, while developing essential exam skills.Trade Review"Perfect" * Amazon review, Oct 2015 *"It is a very useful book with clear explanations and good examples. I am not a fan of chemistry, but this book made it a lot easier to understand each topic". * Amazon review, Nov 2015 *Table of ContentsSection 1 Physical Chemistry 1 1: Atomic structure 2: Amount of substance 3: Bonding 4: Energetics 5: Kinetics 6: Equilibria 7: Oxidation, reduction, and redox reactions Section 2 Inorganic chemistry 8: Periodicity 9: Group 2, the Alkaline Earth Metals 10: Group 7, the Halogens Section 3 Organic Chemistry 11: Introduction to organic chemistry 12: Alkanes 13: Halogenoalkanes 14: Alkenes 15: Alcohols 16: Organic analysis Section 1 Physical Chemistry 2 17: Thermodynamics 18: Kinetics 19: Equilibrium contact Kp 20: Electrode potentials and electrochemical cells 21: Acids, bases, and buffers Section 2 Inorganic chemistry 2 22: Periodicity 23: The transition metals 24: Reactions of inorganic compounds in aqueous solutions Section 3 Organic chemistry 25: Nomenclature and isomerism 26: Compounds, containing the carbonyl group 27: Aromatic chemistry 28: Amines 29: Polymerisation 30: Amino acids, proteins, and DNA 31: Organic synthesis and analysis 32: Structure determination 33: Chromatography Additional practice questions Section 4 Practical skills Section 5 Mathematical skills

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Book SynopsisWater Photo- and Electro-Catalysis Introduce yourself to the cutting-edge processes of water photo- and electro-catalysis with this important guide Photocatalysis and electrocatalysis reactions involving water are becoming an increasingly important component of energy and sustainability research. Water electrocatalysis and photo-electrocatalysis promise to have a significant impact on human energy production and its by-products, and to play a substantial role in solutions to global energy and environmental crises. Familiarity with these processes will be critical for sustainable energy production in the coming years. Water Photo- and Electro-Catalysis provides a detailed and readable introduction to these processes and their attendant technologies. It covers mechanisms, materials, and devices that catalyze water-based energy conversion, as well as introducing the theoretical principles that are driving the development of new technologies in this area. The result is an essential book f

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Book SynopsisHandbook of Ionic Liquids A one-stop reference for researchers interested in ionic liquids and their applications Handbook of Ionic Liquids: Fundamentals, Applications, and Sustainability, constitutes an overview of the latest advances in ionic liquid chemistry. It offers a comprehensive summary of the development history of ionic liquids, their design, and the diverse array of applicationsincluding green and sustainable synthesis, catalysis, drug development and medicine, biotechnology, materials science, and electrochemistry. The authors explain a variety of processes used to develop novel materials with ionic liquids and describe likely future developments using practical examples taken from contemporary research and development in the field. The book includes discussions of biomass conversion, CO2 capture, and more. You'll also discover: A thorough introduction to the theory of ionic liquids, as well as their different types and recy

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Book SynopsisLeading you from the fundamental principles of inorganic chemistry right through to cutting-edge research at the forefront of the subject, Inorganic Chemistry is the ideal course companion for the duration of your degree. BL Written by an experienced and research-active author team, the unique four-part structure of this text provides comprehensive and contemporary coverage of inorganic chemistry from fundamental theory through to cutting-edge interdisciplinary research and current applications, making this text the ideal companion for the duration of a degree. BL Additional qualitative explanation to help students get to grips with the more mathematical treatments. BL An extensive range of learning features is provided to support students, including ''context boxes', notes on good practice', key points' and brief illustrations'. BL Numerous worked examples, self-test questions, exercises, and the more stretching tutorial problems encourage students to develop vital problem-solving skills. BL The 8th edition is available for students and institutions to purchase in a variety of formats: the e-book and Science Trove offer a mobile experience and convenient access along with embedded three-dimensional visualisations of many of the structures that appear throughout the book, video overviews, and a suite of multiple-choice questions functionality tools, navigation features and links that offer extra learning support. For more information about e-books, please visit www.oxfordtextbooks.co.uk/ebooks.

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Book SynopsisWe've crammed this book with brilliant revision and practice resources for both years of OCR B (Salters) A-Level Chemistry! Every topic is clearly explained with straightforward revision notes, helpful examples and full-colour diagrams. We've also included practice questions and exam-style questions (with answers) throughout the book, plus plenty of in-depth advice on how to score top marks in the exams and practical assessments. And finally, you can use the code printed inside the book to access a free Online Edition of the whole thing on your PC, Mac or tablet! Looking for more help with the maths you''ll need for A-Level Chemistry? Try our Essential Maths Skills book (9781782944720)!

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Book SynopsisAdvanced Chemical Biology The modern approach to teaching chemical biology Advanced Chemical Biology is organized around the central dogma of life, progressing from genes to proteins and higher-order cellular structures, including core application areas such as imaging, chemical genetics, activity-based protein profiling, and natural product discovery and biosynthesis. Advanced topics and applications in, e. g., microbiology, developmental biology, and neurobiology, are covered in separate sections. Every chapter is homogeneous in style and layout, consisting of a short historical introduction followed by a description of the underlying concepts and a selection of recent examples of how the concept has been turned into practice. The subdivision of the contents into core and supplemental chapters enables a flexible use in teaching, both for a one-semester and a two-semester course. Written by authors and editors coming from the leading scientific institutions that have developed the concepts and technologies for this discipline, Advanced Chemical Biology includes specific information on topics like: DNA function, synthesis and engineering, chemical approaches to genome integrity, and RNA function, synthesis, and probing Chemical approaches to transcription and RNA regulation in vivo, chemical biology of genome engineering, and peptide/protein synthesis and engineering Directed evolution for chemical biology, chemical biology of cellular metabolism, chemical biology of lipids, and protein post-translational modifications Chemical glycobiology, chemical and enzymatic modification of proteins, genetic code expansion, bio-orthogonal chemistry, and cellular imaging With its broad scope and focus on turning concepts into applications, Advanced Chemical Biology is an excellent starting point for anyone entering the field and looking for a guide to the wide range of available methods and strategies that chemical biology has to offer. With a Foreword by Nobel Laureate Carolyn Bertozzi.Trade ReviewInteressante Richtung des Lehrbuches, stärker aus chemischer Perspektive betrachtet. Erweitert dadurch den Blickwinkel aufs Fach gerade für Wissenschaftler die stärker aus der biologischen Richtung kommen. Prof. Dr. David Kostner, Hochschule München, Biotechnologie (11/2023)Table of ContentsCORE TOPICS Introduction DNA function, synthesis and engineering Chemical approaches to genome integrity and engineering RNA function, synthesis and engineering Chemical approaches to transcription and RNA regulation in vivo Peptide synthesis and engineering Protein engineering and semisynthesis Biomolecular structure determination Biomolecular structure prediction and design Directed Evolution Cellular metabolism Membrane biology and lipid signaling Posttranslational modifications Chemical glycobiology Bioconjugation Genetic code expansion Bioorthogonal chemistry Cellular imaging In vivo imaging Natural product biosynthesis Natural product discovery Activity-based protein profiling Chemical genetics Development of small molecule probes and therapeutics SUPPLEMENTAL TOPICS Metals in biology Chemical redox-biology Chemical microbiology Chemical mammalian cell biology Chemical developmental biology Chemical immunology Chemical neurobiology Chemical plant biology Chemical virology Chemical parasitology

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