Chemistry Books

Book SynopsisThis volume discusses the use of phosphorus as a substitute for carbon. The subject is based on the idea that carbon is more similar to its diagonal relative, phosphorus.Table of ContentsThe Phosphorus-Carbon Analogy: Phospha-organic Chemistry. Phosphinidenes (R-P). Terminal Phosphinidene Complexes [R-P=M]. Phosphaalkynes (RCP). Phosphaalkenes, R¯1R¯2C=PR¯3. Phosphapolyenes. Diphosphenes (RP=PR). Phosphorus-Carbon Heterocyclic Chemistry. -Coordination Complexes. What Future for Phosphaorganic Chemistry? Index.

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Book SynopsisDusty Plasmas Physics, Chemistry and Technological Impacts in Plasma Processing Edited by André Bouchoule Université d''Orléans, France Dusty Plasmas gives the reader a thorough overview of current knowledge on many aspects of the subject, from the basic science to technological implications. The basic physics and chemistry of dusty plasmas developed in the first two chapters are complemented by the more practical considerations of diagnostics and technological implications in the two final chapters. The book will be of interest to those already involved in or just discovering dusty plasmas in their research and/or industrial activity. * Physics and Modelling of Dusty Plasmas * Sources and Growth of Particles * Diagnostics of a Dusty Plasma * Technological Impacts of Dusty PlasmasTrade Review"This book...will surely achieve great success." "This book is recommended.." ---- Plasma Physics Control Fusion, Vol 42, 2000 "...well worth having in onea s collection." ----Journal of Atmospheric & Solar Terrestrial Physics, Vol 62, 2000Table of ContentsPhysics and Modelling of Dusty Plasmas (J.-P. Boeuf & C. Punset). Sources and Growth of Particles (J. Perrin). Diagnostics of a Dusty Plasma (L. Boufendi, et al. ). Technological Impacts of Dusty Plasmas (A. Bouchoule. Indexes.

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Book SynopsisThe reader is presented in this book with the state of the art key theoretical approaches to the phenomena of hydrogen bonding, considering the hydrogen bond in a range of systems.Table of ContentsThe Hydrogen Bond: An Electrostatic Interaction? (A. Buckingham). Ab Initio Methods Applied to Hydrogen-Bonded Systems (J. de Rejdt& F. van Duijneveldt). Density Functional Theory and its Application to Hydrogen-BondedSystems (H. Guo, et al.). Ab Initio GIAO Magnetic Shielding Tensor for Hydrogen-BondedSystems (J. Hinton & K. Wolinski). Hydrogen Bonding by Semiempirical Molecular Orbital Methods (D.Hadzi & J. Koller). Simulating Proton Transfer Processes: Quantum Dynamics Embedded ina Classical Environment (H. Berendsen & J. Mavri). Theory of Solvent Effects and the Description of ChemicalReactions: Proton and Hydride Transfer Processes (O. Tapia, etal.). Infrared Spectra of Hydrogen Bonds: Basic Theories, Indirect andDirect Relaxation Mechanisms in Weak Hydrogen-Bonded Systems (O.Henri-Rousseau & P. Blaise). Infrared Pump-Probe Spectroscopy of Water on Pico- andSubpicosecond Time Scales (S. Bratos & A. Laubereau). Hydrogen Bonding and Nuclear Magnetic Relaxation in Liquids (H.Hertz). Collective Behavior of Hydrogen Bonds in Ferroelectrics and ProtonGlasses (R. Blinc & R. Pirc). Computational Experiments on Hydrogen-Bonded Systems: From GasPhase to Solutions (E. Clementi & G. Corongiu). Epilogue: On Hydrogen-Bond Computations in Very Large ChemicalSystems (E. Clementi). Indexes. List of Compounds and Hydrogen-Bonded Systems.

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Book SynopsisAn overview of crystallization processes of organic and inorganic substances from various homogeneous liquids. Crystal structures, phase transitions and crystallization rates are described in the book in connection with the structure of ions, complexes and molecules of the solution phase.Table of ContentsCrystallization of Electrolytes from the Viewpoint of CoordinationChemistry (K. Waizumi, et al.). Mechanisms of Crystal Growth of Ionic Crystals in Solution:Formation, Transformation, and Growth Inhibition of CalciumCarbonates (K. Sawada). Crystal Growth of Alkali Salts from Concentrated Aqueous Solutions(K. Shigematsu). Molecular Aspects of the Polymorphic Crystallization of Amino Acidsand Lipids (M. Kitamura, et al.). Protein Crystallization at the Initial Stage--Studies onSupersaturated Solutions (M. Ataka). MD Simulations of Crystal Growth from Liquid Metals, AqueousSolutions and Ionic Melts (I. Okada & H. Ohtaki).

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Book SynopsisThe octanol-water partition coefficient is a laboratory-measured property of a substance. It provides a thermodynamic measure of the tendency of the substance to prefer a non-aqueous or oily milieu rather than water (i.e. its hydrophilic/lipophilic balance). Partition coefficients are used extensively in medicinal chemistry, drug design, ecotoxicology and environmental chemistry. The partition coefficient is recognized by governmental and international agencies (U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, OECD) as a physical property of organic pollutants equal in importance to vapour pressure, water solubility and toxicity. Octanol-Water Partition Coefficients is a comprehensive and up-to-date survey of the thermodynamics of partitioning and of the octanol-water pair. In addition, all current methods of measurement are reviewed, strengths and weaknesses are noted and recommendations for particular applications are given. Current methods of calculation of partition coefficients are similarlyTable of ContentsThermodynamics and Extrathermodynamics of Partitioning. Experimental Methods of Measurement. Discussion of Measurement Methods. Methods of Calculating Partition Coefficients. Discussion on Log Kow Predictive Methods. Appendix. Index.

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Book SynopsisBiological infrared spectroscopy is a technique for studying the structure of organic molecules applied to the biological sciences. It can be used to determine the structures of proteins and enzymes and is vital to DNA analysis. This is a concise, straightforward book dealing with the infrared spectroscopy for biologists and biochemists.Table of ContentsInstrumentation. Sampling Methods. Spectrum Interpretation. Quantitative Analysis. Applications. Self-Assessment Questions and Responses. Units of Measurement. Index.

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Book SynopsisCapillary Electrophoresis in Chiral Analysis Bezhan Chankvetadze Tbilisi State University, Republic of Georgia The application of capillary electrophoresis (CE) to the field of chiral analysis has exploded recently. The advantages of capillary electrophoresis - extremely high peak efficiency, excellent compatibility with biological samples, short analysis time, simplicity, versatility and low cost - are perfect for the accurate measurement of optical purity, increasingly important in the regulation-ruled pharmaceutical industry. Although there have been a number of books on capillary electrophoresis and chiral analysis separately, as yet there has been no dedicated monograph on the application of capillary electrophoresis to chiral analysis. This book bridges the gap. Capillary Electrophoresis in Chiral Analysis charts the evolution of chiral capillary electrophoresis and describes new types of chiral selectors and mechanistic aspects of chiral recognition. While on the one hand, it isTable of ContentsPartial table of contents: Basics of Capillary Electrophoresis. Chiral Metal Complexes as Selectors in Capillary Electrophoresis. Enantioseparation Using Micellar Electrokinetic Chromatography (MEKC). Crown Ethers as Chiral Selectors in Capillary Electrophoresis. Macrocyclic Antibiotics as Chiral Selectors in Capillary Electrophoresis. Enantioseparation in Capillary Electrochromatography (CEC). Enantiomer Migration Order in Chiral Capillary Electrophoresis. Appendix. Index.

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Book SynopsisI.T. Platzner Atomic Energy Commission, Israel Including contributions from instrument manufacturers! Geological aging, chemical reaction mechanism studies, determination of atomic weights and investigation of metabolic pathways-these are all examples of the truly diverse nature of isotope ratio mass spectrometry (IRMS).Trade Review"Chapter 9 alone merits anyone involved in isotope measurement, from the dedicated researcher to undergraduates, buying, borrowing, and using any method possible to get a copy of this invaluable comprehensive review" (Chromatographia, July 2001)Table of ContentsPartial table of contents: INSTRUMENTATION. Historical Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometers. Second Generation Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometers. Advanced Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometry III: Quadrupole Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometry. PROCESSES AND APPLICATIONS. Ion Formation Processes. Isotope Ratio Measurement Procedures. Calculations. Appendices. Indexes.

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Book SynopsisAn Introduction to Analytical Atomic Spectrometry is a thoroughly revised and updated version of the highly successful book by Les Ebdon, An Introduction to Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy. The change in title reflects the number of significant developments in the field of atomic spectrometry since publication of the earlier book. New topics include plasma atomic emission spectrometry and inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry. Key features: * Self assessment questions throughout book to test understanding * Keywords highlighted to facilitate revision * Practical exercises using modern techniques * Comprehensive bibliography for further reading The accessibility of An Introduction to Analytical Atomic Spectrometry, makes it an ideal revision text for postgraduates, or for those studying the subject by distance learning.Table of ContentsOverview of Analytical Atomic Spectrometry. Flame Atomic Absorption Spectrometry. Electrothermal Atomization. Plasma Atomic Emission Spectrometry. Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry. Atomic Fluorescence Spectrometry. Special Sample Introduction Techniques. Appendices. Index.

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Book SynopsisWritten by an author internationally renowned in the field of molecular spectroscopy, this book provides an up-to-date account of the new experimental and theoretical methods on the high resolution infrared spectroscopy of small molecules. The approach uses a visual approach to spectral analysis, containing large numbers of energy level diagrams and spectra specra to show the progress in identification and line assignment. Covering new and important techniques on laser and Fourier Transform, it also contains both theoretical and experimental chapters. Divided into 3 parts, features covered in the first part include: * Calculations of the vibration-rotation energy levels of rigid and non-rigid molecules * Calculations of the intensities of vibration-rotation transitions * Introduction to linear and non-linear molecular spectroscopy * Use of interferometric and laser spectrometers for measuring infrared spectra The second parTable of ContentsCalculation of Vibration-Rotation Energy Levels: Symmetry, Transformations, Open-Shell Molecules. Effective Hamiltonians for Flexible or Floppy Molecules. Rovibrational Line Intensities and Lineshapes: Linear and Non-Linear Spectroscopy. The Experimental Measurement of Infrared Spectra. Analysis of the Vibration-Rotation Bands of Linear Molecules. Analysis of Symmetric and Spherical Rotor Spectra. Asymmetric Rotor Bands. Electric and Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy. Laser Spectroscopy of Free Radicals, Ions and Weakly Bound Molecules. Spectroscopy of the Earth's Atmosphere: Interplay Between High-Resolution Laboratory Spectroscopy and Remote Sensing. Astrophysical Spectra. Indexes.

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Book SynopsisPrinciples and Applications of Polarization-Division Interferometry Prasad L. Polavarapu Department of Chemistry, Vanderbilt University, USA Polarization-division interferometers have greatly increased the applications of infrared spectroscopy in recent years. This first dedicated book on the topic includes a chapter on the principles of polarization-division interferometric spectrometry followed by four chapters highlighting the range of applications of this important technique. Applications as diverse as the verification of the Big Bang theory and material characterization are discussed by leading researchers in their respective fields, so the book as a whole serves as a state of the art reference on the subject. The editor, Professor Prasad Polavarapu, has carried out important research in this area including the development of a Martin-Puplett interferometer. He has gathered together an international group of contributors of world-wide renown.Table of ContentsThe Principles of Polarization-Division Interferometric Spectrometry (D. Martin). Far-Infrared Absolute Spectrophotometer (FIRAS) Measures the Big Bang (J. Mather). Far-Infrared Interferometry by Using Synchrotron Radiation (T. Nanba & M. Ikezawa). Far-Infrared Double Polarization Modulation Spectroscopy and Its Application to Reflection-Absorption Spectroscopy (L. Coleman). Polarization-Division Interferometry in the Mid- and Far-Infrared Regions (P. Polavarapu). Index.

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Book SynopsisSurface analysis deals with characterizing and understanding the behavior of molecules which react on the surface between two substances.Table of ContentsElectron-Yield X-Ray Absorption Spectroscopy in Gaseous Environments (S. Schroeder, et al.). Static SIMS--Surface Analysis by Mass Spectrometry (J. Vickerman). Scanning Probe Spectroscopies (S. Tear). Non-Linear Optical Spectroscopy of the Electrochemical Interface (A. Tadjeddine A. Peremans). Vibrational Spectroscopy of Electrochemical Interfaces: Some Walls and Bridges to Surface Science Understanding (M. Weaver S. Zou). Infrared Spectroscopic Techniques for the Study of Thin Interfacial Films (A. Horn). Nuclear Magnetic Resonance and Surface Phenomena (B. Gerstein). Index.

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Book SynopsisElectrothermal atomic absorption spectrometry is widely used as the most sensitive, commercially available technique for the determination of trace and ultra-trace concentrations of metals in an extremely wide variety of sample types.Trade Review"This is an excellent book on electrothermal atomization which will be very much appreciated by analytical chemists as well as analysts involved in routine work with ETV. ... The book is clearly written and contains a wealth of information in a condensed form with many references at the end of each chapter for further reading. ... I would warmly recommend this book to students, analysts and all scientists in the field of atomic spectrometry.", Greet de Loos,The AnalystTable of ContentsThe Chemistry and Physics of Electrothermal Atomization. Heating Characteristics and Measurement of Graphite Tube Atomizer Temperature. Instrumentation. Modifiers in Electrothermal Atomic Absorption. Atomization from Solids and Slurries. Applications of Electrothermal Atomic Absorption. Spectrometry. Specialized Techniques Using Electrothermal Atomizers. Future Trends.

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Book SynopsisThis text complements other titles in the Separation Science Series, focusing on a technique of increasing importance in the pharmaceutical industry. It covers most of the theory and practical applications of chiral HPLC and GC separations.Table of ContentsAn Introduction to Chiral Chromatography. Mechanism of Solute Retention. Molecular Interactions. The Basic Gas Chromatograph. GC Chiral Stationary Phases and Columns. Chiral Gas Chromatography Applications. The Basic Liquid Chromatograph. Liquid Chromatography Chiral Stationary Phases. Preparation of LC Chiral Phases and Columns. Column Temperature and Mobile Phase Composition: Their Effect on Column Length and Analysis Time. Chiral Liquid Chromatography Applications. Preparative Chiral Chromatography. Chiral Separations by Capillary Electrophoresis and Capillary Electrochomatography. An Experimental Approach to Chiral Chromatography. Bibliography. Appendix. Index.

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Book SynopsisProvides a powerful and versatile methodology that enables researchers to design their investigations and analyse data effectively and safely, without the need for formal statistical training.Trade Review"This is an important book; the authors have done a quality job..." (N.I.R. News, Vol 12/1, 2001) "This book is recommended to students of chemical, biochemical and food engineering, scientists and industrial practitioners". (Chemical Biochemical Engineering, June 2001) "a possible source of inspiration" (Measurement Science Technology, October 2001) "a powerful and versatile methodology" (Chemie Plus, June 2001) "...should prove a very useful text for this target readership." (Short Book Reviews, Vol. 22, No. 1, April 2002) "...Through the book, there is a solid philosophy and opinions supported by the intelligence and experience of the couple [authors]..." (Applied Spectroscopy, Vol.56, No.8, 2002) "...The book is written by two experts in the field with nearly 30 years of experience, and this is reflected in every aspect of the book..." (Journal of Chemometrics, No.16, 2002)Table of ContentsPreface. Acknowledgements. OVERVIEW. Why Multivariate Data Analysis? Qualimetrics for Determining Quality. A Layman's Guide to Multivariate Data Analysis. METHODOLOGY. Some Estimation Concepts. Analysis of One Data Table X: Principle Component Analysis. Analysis of Two Data Tables X and Y: Partial Least Squares Regression (PLSR). Example of Multivariate Calibration Project. Interpretation of Many Types of Data X and Y: Exploring Relationships in Interdisciplinary Data Sets. Classification and Discrimination X_1, X_2, X_3: Handling Heterogeneous Sample Sets. Validation X and Y. Experimental Planning Y and X. APPLICATIONS. Multivariate Calibration: Quality Determination of Wheat From High-speed NIR Spectra. Analysis of Questionnaire Data: What Determines Quality of the Working Environment? Analysis of a Heterogeneous Sample Set: Predicting Toxicity From Quantum Chemistry. Multivariate Statistical Process Control: Quality Monitoring of a Sugar Production Process. Design and Analysis of Controlled Experiments: Reducing Loss of Quality in Stored Food. Appendix A1: How the Present Book Relates to Some Mathematical Modelling Traditions in Science. Appendix A2: Sensory Science. Appendix A3.1: Bi-linear Modelling Has Many Applications. Appendix A3.2: Common Problems and Pitfalls in Soft Modelling. Appendix A4: Mathematical Details. Appendix A5: PCA Details. Appendix A6: PLS Regression Details. Appendix A7: Modelling the Unknown. Appendix A8: Non-linearity and Weighting. Appendix A9: Classification and Outlier Detection. Appendix A10: Cross-validation Details. Appendix A11: Power Estimation Details. Appendix A12: What Makes NIR Data So Information-rich? Appendix A13: Consequences of the Working Environment Survey. Appendix A14: Details of the Molecule Class Models. Appendix A15: Forecasting the Future. Appendix A16: Significance Testing with Cross-validation vs. ANOVA. References. Index.

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Book SynopsisMethods in trace element determination have undergone a renaissance over the past few years. This work brings the reader up to date in not only the theory of the methods, but also the apparatus and preparation of samples.Table of ContentsSample Preparation. Methodology in Trace Element Determination. Spectrochemical Measurements. Atomic Absorption Spectrometry. Atomic Emission Spectrometry. Atomic Fluorescence Spectrometry. Comparison of Atomic Spectrometric Analytical Techniques. Mass Spectrometry. X-Ray Methods. Activation Analysis. Metal Speciation. Index.

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Book SynopsisOrganometallic Compounds are molecules consisting of an organic molecular with one or more metallic elements incorporated into their structure. As the properties of these compounds become apparent, their applications continue to grow to include reagents, catalysts, and the production of dyes, pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and chemotherapy drugs.Trade Review"...the book comes close to something like the pocket-version of comprehensive organometallic chemistry covering 20 metals with a slight emphasis on applications..." (Journal Fur Praktische Chemie, Vol. 341, No. 2, 1999)Table of ContentsPartial table of contents: History of Organometallic Chemistry. Organolithium Compounds. Organotin Compounds. Organolead Compounds. Organoiron Compounds. Organoplatinum Compounds. Organocopper. Index.

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Book SynopsisSupramolecular chemistry deals with interactions between molecules and covers areas such as molecular recognition, molecular machines, molecular memories, and nanostructures. This volume concentrates on the supramolecular chemistry of transition metals.Trade Review"....a well constructed and stimulating guide to the ever-growing area of metallic supramolecular chemistry....",(The Alchemist) "...the book is essential for every chemistry library...",(Angewandte Chemie)Table of ContentsContributors vii Preface ix 1 Ligand and Metal Control of Self-Assembly in Supramolecular Chemistry Rolf W. Saalfrank and Bernhard Demleitner 1 2 Bistability in Iron (II) Spin-Crossover Systems: A Supramolecular Function José Antonio Real 53 3 Fluorescent Sensors for and with Transition Metals Luigi Fabbrizzi, Maurizio Licchelli, Piersandro Pallavicini, Luisa Parodi and Angelo Taglietti 93 4 The Chirality of Polynuclear Transition Metal Complexes Christophe Provent and Alan F. Williams 135 5 Design and Serendipity in the Synthesis of Polymetallic Complexes of the 3d-Metals Richard E. P. Winpenny 193 6 Rotaxanes: From Random to Transition Metal-Templated Threading of Rings at the Molecular Level Jean-Claude Chambron 225 7 Metallomesogens—Supramolecular Organization of Metal Complexes in Fluid Phases Simon Collinson and Duncan W. Bruce 285 8 Self-Assembly of Interlocked Structures with Cucurbituril, Metal Ions and Metal Complexes Kimoon Kim 371 Cumulative Author Index 403 Cumulative Title Index 407 Index 409

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Book SynopsisThis book is a logical, step-by-step guide to identification of organic compounds by mass spectrometry. The book is organized into chapters covering the major types of organic compounds, including alcohols, acids and esters, aldehydes and ketones, ethers, hydrocarbons, halogenated compounds, amines and amides, and sulfur-containing compounds. In each chapter, the mechanisms of the major fragmentation pathways are discussed, with reference to several simple sample compounds. By teaching the user to recognize typical fragmentations, the book removes the need to search databases, often limited, of electronic spectra. Key features of the book include: * 200 representative spectra of common organic compounds * Functional group approach to mass spectra interpretation * Appendix of ''unknown'' spectra with step-by-step guide to identification This book is a must for anyone who needs to identify organic molecules by mass spectrometry but does not need to know the detailed workiTrade Review"...an ideal introduction to the topic of spectral interpretation." ----Chromatographia, July 2000Table of ContentsAcknowledgements ix Introduction xi Chapter 1 Isotope Abundances and How We Use Them 1 Chapter 2 Identification of the Molecular Ion 5 Chapter 3 General Interpretation Procedures 9 Chapter 4 Hydrocarbons 22 Chapter 5 Halogenated Hydrocarbons 47 Chapter 6 Alcohols 60 Chapter 7 Ethers and Phenols 72 Chapter 8 Aldehydes and Ketones 79 Chapter 9 Esters and Acids 91 Chapter 10 Nitrogen-Containing Compounds 106 Chapter 11 Thiols and Thioethers 117 Chapter 12 Heterocyclic Compounds 126 Chapter 13 Unknowns 133 Appendix Detailed Solutions to Unknowns 153 Bibliography 180 Topic Index 183 Index of Compounds and Spectra 184

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Book SynopsisEmphasizing the analysis of metals, this examination of inorganic trace analysis attempts to review the scattered reference works and techniques which are used in the field, and to identify the underlying principles behind the development of trace analysis procedures.Table of ContentsThe Working Environment. Laboratory Materials. Storage. Reagents. The Water Supply. Working Practices. Trouble Shooting. Index.

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Book SynopsisSampling (the removal of a small amount of material from a larger volume to test it for a desired characteristic) is important to industry in order to monitor the progress of a reaction or the quality (purity) of a product.Trade Review"This text is strongly recommended to those who oversee orare involved in sample quality control in moving stream industrialsettings. This text will also find utility for studentsstudying sampling methods in advanced analytical chemistrycourses." (J. Am. Chem. Soc., 1999)Table of ContentsTHE QUALITATIVE APPROACH: ACHIEVING ACCURACY IN SAMPLING. How Can the Mass of a Lot L be Reduced? Heterogeneity and Sampling. Sampling Definitions. Objects in Three, Two, One or Zero Dimension(s). The Practical Sampling of Moving Streams of Material. Conclusions on the Qualitative Approach. THE QUANTITATIVE APPROACH: TAKING REPRODUCIBLE SAMPLES FROM APOPULATION OF NON-ORDERED OBJECTS. The Heterogeneity of a Population. Sampling: The Zero-Dimensional Model: The Fundamental Error FE. Sampling: The Zero-Dimensional Model: The Segregation and GroupingError SGE. THE QUANTITATIVE APPROACH: ENSURING THE REPRODUCIBILITY OF SAMPLESTAKEN FROM A SERIS OF CHRONOLOGICALLY ORDERED OBJECTS. Heterogeneity: The One-Dimensional Model. Sampling: The One-Dimensional Model. THE QUANTITATIVE APPROACH: OTHER APPLICATIONS OF SAMPLING THEORY. Measurement of Mass by Proportional Sampling. Appendices. References. Index.

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Book SynopsisThe electronic-structural calculations of the properties of specific materials have become increasingly important since the 1970s. This book focuses equally on the different computational methods in relation to traditional quantum chemistry and solid-state physics.Table of ContentsIntroduction; Operators; Eigenvalues and eigen funtions; Factorization, time- and spin-dependence; Variational principle, Lagrange multipliers; Perturbation theory; Symmetry and group theory; The Schrödinger equation and the Born-Oppenheimer approximation; The Hartree, Hartree-Fock and Hartree-Fock-Roothaan methods; Basis Sets; Semiempirical methods; Creation and annihilation operators; Correlation effects; Where are the electrons and atoms?; Density functional theory; Some simplifications and technical details; Green's Function; Acidity and basicity, hardness and softness; Periodicity and band structures; Structure and forces; Vibrations; Electronic excitations; Relativistic Effects; Molecules and solids in electromagnetic fields; Impurities; Surface and interfaces; Non-periodic, extended systems; Phase diagrams; Clusters; Macromolecules; Interactions; Solvation; Relativistic effects;

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Book SynopsisThe electronic-structural calculations of the properties of specific materials have become increasingly important since the 1970s. This book focuses equally on the different computational methods in relation to traditional quantum chemistry and solid-state physics.Trade Review"..an admirable attempt to cover the whole of modern electronic-structure calculations and is a must-have for anyone studying or actively researching in this field." (Contemporary Physics, Vol.43, No.3, 2002)Table of ContentsPRELIMINARIES. Operators. Eigenvalues and Eigenfunctions. Factorization; Time and Spin Dependence. Variational Principle; Lagrange Multipliers. Perturbation Theory. Symmetry and Group Theory. BASIC METHODS. The Schrödinger Equation and the Born-Oppenheimer Approximation. The Hartree, Hartree-Fock, and Hartree-Fock-Roothaan Methods. Basis Sets. Semiempirical Methods. Creation and Annihilation Operators. Correlation Effects. Where are the Electrons and Atoms? Density Functional Theory. Some Simplifications and Technical Details. Green's Function. SPECIAL PROPERTIES. Acidity and Basicity; Hardness and Softness. Periodicity and Band Structures. Structure and Forces. Vibrations. Electronic Excitations. Relativistic Effects. Molecules and Solids in Electromagnetic Fields. SPECIAL SYSTEMS. Impurities. Surfaces and Interfaces. Non-Periodic, Extended Systems. Phase Diagrams. Clusters. Macromolecules. Interactions. Solvation. References. Index.

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Book SynopsisOrganic Syntheses consists of protocols for the synthesis of useful chemical compounds. Each protocol is repeated in the laboratory of one of the editorial board members for accuracy or for missing experimental details prior to publication.

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Book SynopsisA catalyst is a substance which alters rate at which a chemical reaction occurs but is itself unchanged at the end of the reaction. This book includes approximately 40 proceduces describing the use of different catalysts.Trade Review"Everyone who is concerned with...pure compounds will be able to use this handy book..." (Angewandte Chemie, International Edition, Vol. 42, 2003) "...the book clearly fulfills its purpose to provide a practical introduction?it will be useful..." (CATTECH, August 2003)Table of ContentsSeries Preface. Preface to Volume 1. Abbreviations. PART I: REVIEW. 1. The Integration of Biotransformations into the Catalyst Portfolio. PART II: PROCEDURES. 2. General Information. 3. Asymmetric Epoxidation. 4. Epoxidation of , -Unsaturated Carbonyl Compounds. 5. Epoxidation of Allylic Alcohols. 6. Epoxidation of Unfunctionalized Alkenes and , -Unsaturated Esters. 7. Asymmetric Hydroxylation and Aminohydroxylation. 8. Asymmetric Sulfoxidation. 9. Asymmetric Reduction of Ketones Using Organometallic Catalysts. 10. Asymmetric Reduction of Ketones Using Baker's Yeast. 11. Asymmetric Reduction of Ketones Using Nonmetallic Catalysts. 12. Asymmetric Hydrogenation of Carbon-Carbon Double Bonds Using Organometallic Cataluysts. 13. Employment of Catalysts Working in Tandem. Index.

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Book SynopsisThe manufacture and commercialization of optically-active products and intermediates is a rapidly evolving field. There have been significant new developments since the first volume of Chirality in Industry was published.Table of ContentsPartial table of contents: Chiral Drugs: Regulatory Aspects (J. Blumenstein). Synthesis of Enantiomerically Pure Nucleosides (B. Bray, etal.). PHYSICAL METHODS AND CLASSICAL RESOLUTION. Crystal Science Techniques in the Manufacture of Chiral Compounds(W. Wood). BIOLOGICAL METHODS AND CHIRAL POOL SYNTHESES. Development of a Multi-Stage Chemical and Biological Process for anOptically Active Intermediate for an Anti-Glaucoma Drug (A. Blacker& R. Holt). ASYMMETRIC SYNTHESES BY CHEMICAL METHODS. Asymmetric Hydrocyanation of Vinylarenes (A. Casalnuovo & T.Rajanbabu). Sharpless Asymmetric Epoxidation: Scale-up and IndustrialProduction (W. Shum & M. Cannarsa). Index.

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Book SynopsisA collection of papers by some of the foremost authorities in polymer science, this volume explores the state of the art of surface science techniques and related applications.Table of ContentsApplication of Ellipsometry to Polymers at Interfaces and in Thin Films (D. Styrkas, et al.). MeV Ion Beam Profiling of Polymer Surfaces and Interfaces (M. Geoghegan). Phase Separation in Thin Films of Strongly Incompatible Polymer Blends (S. Walheim, et al.). Mechanical Properties of Polymer Interfaces (C. Creton). Neutron Reflectivity for the Study of Polymer Interfaces (R. Jones). Modification of Electrode Surfaces with Electroactive Polymers (A. Hillman, et al.). Interactions of Tethered Polyelectrolytes in Poor Solvents (C. Singh, et al.). Viscoelastic Properties of Polymer Films from Surface Quasi-Elastic Light Scattering (S. Peace & M. Taylor). Magnetic Resonance Relaxation and Imaging (P. McDonald & D. Lane). Surface Modification for Adhesion Minimization in Aqueous Environments (W.-L. Chen & K. Shull). Atmospheric versus Low-Pressure Plasma Oxidation of Rubber Surfaces (S. Wheale, et al.). Index.

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Book SynopsisExtraction Methods for Environmental Analysis is the first book to bring together all the extraction techniques used for analysis of liquid and solid environmental samples, including solid phase extraction and micro--extraction, supercritical fluid extraction, microwave--assisted extraction and accelerated solvent extraction.Trade Review"...the author has done a good job by presenting and comparing modern extraction techniques with the focus on their use in environmental analysis..." (Spectroscopy Europe, 13 November 2002)Table of ContentsEnvironmental Analysis. AQUEOUS SAMPLES. Aqueous Sample Preparation. Classical Approaches for the Extraction of Analytes from Aqueous Samples. Solid Phase Extraction. Solid Phase Microextraction. SOLID SAMPLES. Solid Sample Preparation. Liquid-Solid Extraction. Supercritical Fluid Extraction. Microwave-Assisted Extraction. Accelerated Solvent Extraction. Comparison of Extraction Methods. Indexes.

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Book SynopsisThermal Analysis Fundamentals and Applications to Polymer Science T. Hatakeyama Otsuma Women''s University, Tokyo, Japan F. X. Quinn L''Oréal Recherche Advancée, Aulnay-sous-Bois, France The first edition of this classic book remains one of the very few introductory books covering both theoretical and practical aspects of thermal analysis (TA). This new edition includes a much enlarged section on MDSC, in which the instrument is described and a critical appraisal of the technique presented. Other additions include new sections on rate-controlled TGA, OTTER, and Specific Heat Spectroscopy, and a thoroughly updated section on X-Ray DSC. This very practical book is a must for people who use thermal analysis techniques in their everyday work. An excellent introductory text - Review of 1st Edition.Table of ContentsThermal Analysis. Differential Thermal Analysis and Differential Scanning Calorimetry. Calibration and Sample Preparation. Thermogravimetry. Applications of Thermal Analysis. Other Thermal Analysis Methods. Appendices. Indexes.

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Book SynopsisThis text contains information on over 250 solvents. It answers key questions including; What hazards are connected with the use of a specific solvent? How can the molecular order of a solvent be described? Is water a unique solvent? Which solvent should be selected for my application?Table of ContentsSolvent Effects. Physical Properties of Solvents. Chemical Properties of Solvents. Applications. Index.

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Book SynopsisForensic and Environmental Detection of Explosives is the first comprehensive book on the detection of explosives. It combines the two main fields of application: * Forensic detection of explosives - the detection of hidden explosives in airfreight, luggage, vehicles, and on suspects. * Environmental detection of explosives - detecting on-site explosives in soil and water of contaminated areas and the detection of landmines. Dr Jehuda Yinon is a world renowned expert on the analysis of explosives and has served as consulting expert during the Oklahoma bombing trial, where his previous book Modern Methods and Applications in Analysis of Explosives was quoted by both the prosecution and defense experts. This new book complements the author''s previous book on the analysis of explosives. It includes the following features: * Classifications of explosives * Explanations of the basic terms related to the detection of explosives * Vapor detection methodsTrade Review"...extremely valuable as a reference text...an excellent source of information." (Science Justice, Vol 39/4, 1999) "This book describes the principles and methods used in the forensic and environmental detection of explosives..." (Journal of American Chemical Society, Vol. 123, No. 1)Table of ContentsClassification of Explosives and Basic Terms. Vapor Detection Methods (Sniffers). Probing Radiation Methods (Bulk Detection). Systems Integration and Performance Testing. Tagging of Explosives. Environmental Detection of Explosives. Detection of Landmines. References. Index.

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Book SynopsisMuch data has been collected from experiments on the kinetics of radical reactions in different solids. This text explores the kinetics of solids. It discusses low-molecular matrices, polymers, and examines hydrogen atom transfer, triple carbene reactions and radical pair transformations.Table of ContentsFormally Kinetic Description of Reactions with Dispersion in Reactivity. Influence of Space-Orientation Factors on Reactivity in Solids. Connection of Solid Phase Kinetics with Molecular Dynamics. The Effect of the Structural-Physical Modification on the Kinetics of Radical Reactions. Tunnelling in Solid Phase Reactions. The Kinetic Isotope Effect in Solid Phase Reactions. Kinetics of Photoinitiated Reactions in Solids. Index.

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Book SynopsisThe Viologens Physicochemical Properties, Synthesis and Applications of the Salts of 4,4''-Bipyridine Paul M. S. Monk Manchester Metropolitan University, UK Viologens are salts of 4,4''-bipyridine and are used in such fields as herbicides, electrochromism, solar energy conversion, molecular electronics and supramolecular chemistry. The Viologens is a comprehensive overview of the nature and physicochemical properties of the viologens and details the science behind the applications. Following a broad, discursive and self contained introduction to viologen chemistry, subsequent chapters develop the theory and present a detailed review of the most important properties and concepts in this field. A chapter on viologen synthesis is also included. This book is aimed at researchers in physical and organic chemistry, physics, materials science, biology and environmental engineering.Table of ContentsIntroduction and Overview. Synthesis of Viologens. Spectroscopic Properties of Viologen Species. The Structure of Bipyridilium Species. The Dication: Charge-transfer Equilibria. The Radical Cation: Dimer Formation. The Di-Reduced Bipyridilium Species: The Comproportionation Reaction. Adsorption of the Viologens. Electrochemistry and Electron-transfer Reactions. Photochemistry of the Viologens and Solar-energy Conversion. Electron Mediation, Herbicidal Activity and Toxicity. Electrochromism in Viologen-based Systems. Solid-state Conductivity and use of Viologens in Molecular Electronics. Supramolecular and Self Assembly Chemistry of the Viologens. Indexes.

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Book SynopsisThe subject of transport phenomena has long been thoroughly and expertly addressed on the graduate and theoretical levels. Now Transport Phenomena and Unit Operations: A Combined Approach endeavors not only to introduce the fundamentals of the discipline to a broader, undergraduate-level audience but also to apply itself to the concerns of practicing engineers as they design, analyze, and construct industrial equipment. Richard Griskey''s innovative text combines the often separated but intimately related disciplines of transport phenomena and unit operations into one cohesive treatment. While the latter was an academic precursor to the former, undergraduate students are often exposed to one at the expense of the other. Transport Phenomena and Unit Operations bridges the gap between theory and practice, with a focus on advancing the concept of the engineer as practitioner. Chapters in this comprehensive volume include: Transport Processes and CoefficientsTable of ContentsPreface. Chapter 1. Transport Processes and Transport Coefficients. Chapter 2. Fluid Flow Basic Equations. Chapter 3. Frictional Flow in Conduits. Chapter 4. Complex Flows. Chapter 5. Heat Transfer; Conduction. Chapter 6. Free and Forced Convective Heat Transfer. Chapter 7. Complex Heat Transfer. Chapter 8. Heat Exchangers. Chapter 9. Radiation Heat Transfer. Chapter 10. Mass Transfer; Molecular Diffusion. Chapter 11. Convective Mass Transfer Coefficients. Chapter 12. Equilibrium Staged Operations. Chapter 13. Additional Staged Operations. Chapter 14. Mechanical Separations. Appendix A. Appendix B. Appendix C. Appendix References. Index.

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Book SynopsisMomentum, heat and mass transport phenomena can be found everywhere in nature. A solid understanding of the principles of these processes is essential for chemical and process engineers. The second edition of Transport Phenomena builds on the foundation of the first edition which presented fundamental knowledge and practical application of momentum, heat and mass transfer processes in a form useful to engineers. This revised edition includes revisions of the original text in addition to new applications providing a thoroughly updated edition. This updated text includes An introduction to physical transport analysis including units, dimensional analysis and conservation laws. A systematic treatment of fluid flow and heat and mass transport, their similarities and dissimilarities. Theoretical and semi-empirical equations and a condensed overview of practical data. Illustrative problems showing practical applications. A problem section aTable of ContentsIntroduction to Physical Transport Phenomena. Flow Phenomena. Heat Transport. Mass Transport. Notation. Index.

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Book SynopsisTransport Phenomena Second Edition W.J. Beek K.M.K. Muttzall J.W. van Heuven Momentum, heat and mass transport phenomena can be found everywhere in nature. A solid understanding of the principles of these processes is essential for chemical and process engineers.Table of ContentsIntroduction to Physical Transport Phenomena. Flow Phenomena. Heat Transport. Mass Transport. Notation. Index.

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Book SynopsisThis Handbook contains records for all the major drugs that mimic or block the actions of ANS neurotransmitters or whose activities involve a direct effect on ANS neurotransmitter production, destruction or reuptake, or on junctional transmission. Monographs are provided for 1996 ANS agents.Table of ContentsPreface. Acknowledgements. How to Use This Book. Glossary of Units. Abbreviations and Symbols. Part I: Main Entries. Adrenergic Antagonists. Adrenomimetics. Anticholinergic Agents. Cholinomimetics. Neuromuscular Junction/Ganglionic Agents. Part II: Indexes. CAS Registry Number Index. EINECS Number Index. Name and synonym Index. Part III: Manufacturer and Suppliers Directory.

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Book SynopsisBeginning with the streptomycins and penicillins, hundreds of antibiotics have been developed and come into routine use since the 1930s. This handbook contains records for all the major drugs currently used in the treatment of infection. It provides monographs for 1600 anti-infective agents.Table of ContentsPreface. Acknowledgements. How to Use This Book. Glossary of Units. Abbreviations and Symbols. Part I: Main Entries. Anthelmintics. Antiamebics. Antibiotics. Antibacterial Adjuncts. Antifungals. Antimalarials. Antipneumocystis Agents. Antiprotozoals. Antirickettsials. Antiseptics. Antisyphilitics. Antivirals. Part II: Indexes. CAS Registry Number Index. EINECS Number Index. Name and Synonym Index. Part III: Manufacturer and Suppliers Directory.

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Book SynopsisDrugs used in the treatment of cardiovascular disease are disseminated widely in western industrialized countries. In the US alone, nearly $18 billion was spent on drugs for the treatment of cardiovascular disease and stroke in 1999. This handbook contains records for various major drugs that directly affect the cardiovascular system.Table of ContentsPreface. Acknowledgements. How to Use This Book. Glossary of Units. Abbreviations and Symbols. Part I: Main Entries. Vasoactive Agents. Antihypertensive Agents. Antianginal, Antiarrhythmic, and Cardiotonic Agents. Antihypercholesterolemic Agents. Blood Formation and Coagulation Agents. Water and Electrolyte Balancing Agents. Part II: Indexes. CAS Registry Number Index. EINECS Number Index. Name and Synonym Index. Part III: Manufacturers and Suppliers Directory.

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Book SynopsisIn the early twentieth century the relevance of chirality to the pharmaceutical industry was established by the fact that one enantiomer of hyoscyamine possessed greater pharmacological activity than the other.Table of ContentsPreface. Further Reading. Acknowledgements. How to Use This Book. Glossary of Units. Abbreviations and Symbols. Part I: Chirality. Chapter 1: Overview of Chirality. Chapter 2: Drivers for the Chiral Market. Chapter 3: Sources of Chiral Compounds. Chapter 4: Methodologies for Obtaining Chiral Compounds: Some Examples. Part II: Main Entries. Part III: Indexes. CAS Registry Number Index. EINECS Number Index. Name and Synonym Index. Part IV: Manufacturer and Supplier Directory.

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Book SynopsisRegulatory agencies throughout the world are reviewing the importance of chirality with regard to pharmaceutical and agrochemical products. Guidelines from such agencies have been key drivers for the focus on single enantiomer products in these industries.Table of ContentsPreface. Further Reading. Acknowledgements. How to Use This Book. Glossary of Units. Abbreviations and Symbols. Part I: Chirality. Chapter 1: Overview of Chirality. Chapter 2: Drivers for the Chiral Market. Chapter 3: Sources of Chiral Compounds. Chapter 4: Methodologies for Obtaining Chiral Compounds: Some Examples. Part II: Main Entries. Part III: Indexes. CAS RN Index. EINECS Index. Name and Synonym Index. Part IV: Manufacturer and Supplier Directory.

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Book Synopsisaeo concentrates on the chemistry of application rather than synthesis of dyes and pigments aeo compares and contrasts the various technologies of application to a wide variety of substrates aeo covers physical basis of colour and instrumental measurement aeo introduces recent applications e.g. in electronics, food, cosmetics etc.Table of ContentsPreface. Introduction. An Introduction to Dye and Pigment Molecules. Introduction to Substrates. Surface Coatings: Paints and Printing Inks. Application of Dyes. Pigments and their Application. Textile Printing. Introduction to the Physical Basis and Measurement of Colour. Machinery for Dyeing Textiles. Pigment Dispersion Technology. Other Applications of Colorants. Environmental and Toxicological Implications of Coloration. Index.

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