Physical chemistry Books
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Femtochemistry: Ultrafast Dynamics Of The
Book Synopsis“This two-volume set provides an excellent source of information on the state of the art in femtosecond spectroscopy. It is an invaluable reference for experts in the field as well as those interested in mastering the experimental and theoretical aspects of ultrafast time-resolved spectroscopy.”J Am Chem Soc.These two volumes on Femtochemistry present a timely contribution to a field central to the understanding of the dynamics of the chemical bond. This century has witnessed great strides in time and space resolutions, down to the atomic scale, providing chemists, biologists and physicists with unprecedented opportunities for seeing microscopic structures and dynamics. Femtochemistry is concerned with the time resolution of the most elementary motions of atoms during chemical change - bond breaking and bond making - on the femtosecond (10-15 second) time scale. This atomic scale of time resolution has now reached the ultimate for the chemical bond and as Lord George Porter puts it, chemists are near the end of the race against time. These two volumes cover the general concepts, techniques and applications of femtochemistry.Professor Ahmed Zewail, who has made the pioneering contributions in this field, has from over 250 publications selected the articles for this anthology. These volumes begin with a commentary and a historical chronology of the milestones. He then presents a broad perspective of the current state of knowledge in femtochemistry by researchers around the world and discusses possible new directions. In the words of a colleague, ';it is a must on the reading-list for all of my students ...; all readers will find this to be an informative and valuable overview.';The introductory articles in Volume I provide reviews for both the non-experts as well as for experts in the field. This is followed by papers on the basic concepts. For applications, elementary reactions are studied first and then complex reactions. Volume I is complete with studies of solvation dynamics, non-reactive systems, ultrafast electron diffraction and the control of chemical reactions.Volume II continues with reaction rates, the concept of elementary intramolecular vibrational-energy redistribution (IVR) and the phenomena of rotational coherence which has become a powerful tool for the determination of molecular structure via time resolution. The second volume ends with an extensive list of references, according to topics, based on work by Professor Zewail and his group at Caltech.These collected works by Professor Zewail will certainly be indispensable to both experts and beginners in the field. The author is known for his clarity and for his creative and systematic contributions. These volumes will be of interest and should prove useful to chemists, biologists and physicists. As noted by Professor J Manz (Berlin) and Professor A W Castleman, Jr. (Penn State): femtochemistry is yielding exciting new discoveries from analysis to control of chemical reactions, with applications in many domains of chemistry and related fields, e.g., physical, organic and inorganic chemistry, surface science, molecular biology, … etc.
£139.50
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Femtochemistry: Ultrafast Dynamics Of The
Book Synopsis“This two-volume set provides an excellent source of information on the state of the art in femtosecond spectroscopy. It is an invaluable reference for experts in the field as well as those interested in mastering the experimental and theoretical aspects of ultrafast time-resolved spectroscopy.”J Am Chem Soc.These two volumes on Femtochemistry present a timely contribution to a field central to the understanding of the dynamics of the chemical bond. This century has witnessed great strides in time and space resolutions, down to the atomic scale, providing chemists, biologists and physicists with unprecedented opportunities for seeing microscopic structures and dynamics. Femtochemistry is concerned with the time resolution of the most elementary motions of atoms during chemical change - bond breaking and bond making - on the femtosecond (10-15 second) time scale. This atomic scale of time resolution has now reached the ultimate for the chemical bond and as Lord George Porter puts it, chemists are near the end of the race against time. These two volumes cover the general concepts, techniques and applications of femtochemistry.Professor Ahmed Zewail, who has made the pioneering contributions in this field, has from over 250 publications selected the articles for this anthology. These volumes begin with a commentary and a historical chronology of the milestones. He then presents a broad perspective of the current state of knowledge in femtochemistry by researchers around the world and discusses possible new directions. In the words of a colleague, ';it is a must on the reading-list for all of my students ...; all readers will find this to be an informative and valuable overview.';The introductory articles in Volume I provide reviews for both the non-experts as well as for experts in the field. This is followed by papers on the basic concepts. For applications, elementary reactions are studied first and then complex reactions. Volume I is complete with studies of solvation dynamics, non-reactive systems, ultrafast electron diffraction and the control of chemical reactions.Volume II continues with reaction rates, the concept of elementary intramolecular vibrational-energy redistribution (IVR) and the phenomena of rotational coherence which has become a powerful tool for the determination of molecular structure via time resolution. The second volume ends with an extensive list of references, according to topics, based on work by Professor Zewail and his group at Caltech.These collected works by Professor Zewail will certainly be indispensable to both experts and beginners in the field. The author is known for his clarity and for his creative and systematic contributions. These volumes will be of interest and should prove useful to chemists, biologists and physicists. As noted by Professor J Manz (Berlin) and Professor A W Castleman, Jr. (Penn State): femtochemistry is yielding exciting new discoveries from analysis to control of chemical reactions, with applications in many domains of chemistry and related fields, e.g., physical, organic and inorganic chemistry, surface science, molecular biology, … etc.
£94.50
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Synthetic Coordination Chemistry: Principles And
Book SynopsisAlthough coordination chemistry naturally centers on the synthesis of coordination compounds, the synthesis of these materials is typically not an end in itself. Coordination compounds are utilized in all branches of chemistry; from theoretical modeling to industrial and consumer products. While a large amount of information is available on coordination chemistry in general and synthetic methods in particular, no comprehensive work has been presented on the preparation of coordination compounds with an emphasis on synthetic strategies rather than on detailed descriptions of specific syntheses. The goal of this book is to provide an approach to coordination chemistry that is based upon preparative strategies.The main aim of the authors is to present a systematic classification of synthetic reactions rather than an encyclopedic listing of experimental results. Hence, the coverage is more selective than exhaustive. Despite this, the book provides access to the original literature with ca. 2000 references. The edition is well-illustrated and contains almost 250 schemes, figures and illustrations of crystal structures of selected complexes.Table of ContentsSynthesis of co-ordination compounds; theoretical principles; the solubility of co-ordination compounds - relationship to composition and structure; formation of solvento-complexes; homoleptic solvento-complexes as starting materials in preparative co-ordination chemistry; synthesis of complexes in non-aqueous solvents via ion exchange; electrosynthesis of co-ordination compounds; non-traditional oxidants in preparative co-ordination chemistry; reducing agents in preparative co-ordination chemistry; boron and aluminum hydrides in preparative co-ordination chemistry; molecular rearrangements of co-ordination compounds; solid-state thermal syntheses.
£126.00
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Nanoscience: Friction And Rheology On The
Book SynopsisFriction force microscopy is an important analytical tool in the field of tribology on the nanometer-scale. The contact area between the probing tip and the sample is reduced to some square nanometers, corresponding to the ideal of a single asperity contact. Traditional concepts, such as friction coefficients, adhesion and elasticity and stick-slip are re-examined with this novel technique. New concepts based upon classical and quantum mechanics are investigated.Table of ContentsPart 1 Instrumental aspects: deflection sensors; force sensors and probing tips; implementation into different environments; calibration procedures; force vs. distance curves; elasticity and adhesion measurements; determination of friction coefficients; 2-d histogram technique. Part 2 Theoretical concepts: forces, elasticity and adhesion; viscosity; Amontons laws; adhesion model; atomic-scale stick-slip. Part 3 Tribological experiments on the nanometer-scale: contrast mechanisms of friction force microscopy; lubrication studies by friction force microscopy; nanometer-scale modifications; wear mechanisms; conclusions and outlook.
£112.50
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Femtochemistry And Femtobiology: Ultrafast
Book SynopsisThis book contains important contributions from top international scientists on the-state-of-the-art of femtochemistry and femtobiology at the beginning of the new millennium. It consists of reviews and papers on ultrafast dynamics in molecular science.The coverage of topics highlights several important features of molecular science from the viewpoint of structure (space domain) and dynamics (time domain). First of all, the book presents the latest developments, such as experimental techniques for understanding ultrafast processes in gas, condensed and complex systems, including biological molecules, surfaces and nanostructures. At the same time it stresses the different ways to control the rates and pathways of reactive events in chemistry and biology. Particular emphasis is given to biological processes as an area where femtodynamics is becoming very useful for resolving the structural dynamics from techniques such as electron diffraction, and X-ray and IR spectroscopy. Finally, the latest developments in quantum control (in both theory and experiment) and the experimental pulse-shaping techniques are described.Table of ContentsGas Phase and Clusters; Liquids; Coherent Control and New Techniques; Nanostructures, Polymers, Surfaces and Interfaces; Biological Systems.
£243.00
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Introduction To Nonadiabatic Dynamics
Book SynopsisNonadiabatic transition is a highly multi-disciplinary concept and phenomenon, constituting a fundamental mechanism of state and phase changes in various dynamical processes of physics, chemistry and biology. This book is intended to be readable to a broad audience so that they can deepen their understanding of the basic concepts of both time-independent and time-dependent nonadiabatic transitions. Quantum mechanically intriguing phenomena such as complete reflection and nonadiabatic tunneling are emphasized. The Zhu-Nakamura theory that can deal with non-negligible classically forbidden transitions is explained. Furthermore, by controlling nonadiabatic transitions induced by an external field such as laser, designing chemical reaction dynamics as we desire is shown to be theoretically possible.
£117.00
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Advances In The Chemistry And Physics Of
Book SynopsisAdvances in the Chemistry and Physics of Materials is a compilation of topics on the recent developments in the areas of Materials Science.Materials Science has been a subject of major interest which has garnered significant attention over the years. Chemists and physicists have contributed extensively to this frontier research area and their synergistic efforts have led to the discovery of many new, exciting materials involving novel functions. In the light of the growing importance of the field of Materials Science, and owing to the fact that it is a subject that holds a lot of promise, internationally renowned Materials Chemist Prof. C.N.R Rao along with his colleagues at the School of Advanced Materials, at JNCASR, have compiled the contents of this book to highlight and showcase the emerging trends in materials science.It touches upon topics spanning over nanomaterials and various other classes of energy materials for harvesting, storage and conversion. The relatively new and exciting range of materials such as supramolecular, soft and biomaterials have been introduced and elucidated, in the book. Special emphasis has been laid on the synthesis, phenomena and characterization of these kinds of materials. Theoretical and Computational Chemistry has played an important role in the growth of Materials Science as a discipline, and the book covers a special topical session on the theoretical efforts in materials research.The book, packed with theory and practical aspects in a crisp and concise manner, aims to take the reader on an intense scientific expedition. The compilation provides an insight into the chemistry and physics of materials and presents up-to-date status reports which would, undoubtedly, be useful to practitioners, teachers and students.
£162.00
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Physics And Chemistry Of Molecular Assemblies
Book SynopsisSolutions and X-ray Non-3D Phase Structure Analysis of Soft MatterThe JLCS Excellent Book Award 2021 by Japanese Liquid Crystal SocietyIn nature, a number of molecules self-assemble to form various aggregation states. In these aggregation states, numerous functions, which have never been observed in one molecule, are developed. Even for the same compound, the different aggregation states exhibit totally different physical properties in density, hardness, optical and electrical properties, medicinal effect, etc. For pursuing the functionality of materials, it may be indispensable to understand the molecular aggregation states of crystals, liquid crystals, glass, colloids, etc. In this book, the author will focus on the basis of polymorphic phenomena of crystals and liquid crystals and their physical properties. After reading this book, you will be able to change your viewpoint of matter from traditional limited 'three states of matter' to novel 'numerous states of matter.'
£76.00
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Interviews With Rudolph A. Marcus On Electron
Book SynopsisIn a preceding book titled 'Introduction to Marcus Theory of Electron Transfer Reactions' the reader was introduced to the Marcus Theory of Electron Transfer Reactions. There, Marcus' papers from 1956 to 1986 were considered. In the present book, oral interviews with Professor Marcus are reported on his papers published from 1987 to the present. These interviews with Marcus' notes, comments and remarks on his papers and those of his coworkers are an invaluable supplement to his articles for students and scholars in the field of electron transfer reactions.
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World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Interviews With Rudolph A. Marcus On Electron
Book SynopsisIn a preceding book titled 'Introduction to Marcus Theory of Electron Transfer Reactions' the reader was introduced to the Marcus Theory of Electron Transfer Reactions. There, Marcus' papers from 1956 to 1986 were considered. In the present book, oral interviews with Professor Marcus are reported on his papers published from 1987 to the present. These interviews with Marcus' notes, comments and remarks on his papers and those of his coworkers are an invaluable supplement to his articles for students and scholars in the field of electron transfer reactions.
£42.75
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Chemistry In The Cryosphere (In 2 Parts)
Book SynopsisIce and snow on Earth modulate and modify the climate, chemistry and fate of air and water pollutants. Climate change is drastically impacting Nature and extent of the cryosphere, with attendant feedbacks on atmospheric composition and climate. These changes are happening at a rate that outpaces the development of fundamental knowledge of processes that occur within/on the surfaces of ice and snow, confounding our ability to develop a predictive capability for future states of the Earth environment.This set, comprising 17 chapters, written by world experts on these topics, are thus intended to document the current state of understanding of the structure, physical properties, abundance, and chemical and microbiological processes that occur within/on ice and snow in all Earth environments in which it exists, and to express needs for improvement of that understanding. This, only comprehensive treatise/collection that covers environmentally relevant chemistry and related physical aspects of snow and ice in the Earth system, and the connections to climate change, will be accessible to those with introductory college-level understanding of chemistry and physics.Table of ContentsVolume 1: Cryosphere-Atmosphere Interactions; Chemical Composition of the Cryosphere; The Surface of Ice; Molecular Dynamics of Ice; Reactivity of Ice Surfaces; Snowpack Photochemistry; Sea Salt in Polar Regions; O₃ Depletion in Polar Regions; Hg and Biol Impacts; Volume 2: Isotopes as Tracers of Chemical Reactivity in Snow; Organics in Snow and Ice; POPS in Polar Regions; Water Isotopes in Snow and Ice; Ice Cores; Biosphere-Cryosphere Connections; Snow Microbiology; Stratospheric Ice and Ozone Depletion; Impurities in Snow and Climate; The Future;
£247.50
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Vibrational Dynamics Of Molecules
Book SynopsisVibrational Dynamics of Molecules represents the definitive concise text on the cutting-edge field of vibrational molecular chemistry. The chapter contributors are a Who's Who of world leaders in the field. The editor, Joel Bowman, is widely considered as one of the founding fathers of theoretical reaction dynamics. The included topics span the field, from fundamental theory such as collocation methods and vibrational CI methods, to interesting applications such as astrochemistry, supramolecular systems and virtual computational spectroscopy. This is a useful reference for theoretical chemists, spectroscopists, physicists, undergraduate and graduate students, lecturers and software developers.Table of ContentsCollocation Methods (Tucker Carrington); Vibrational Configuration Interaction Theory (Benjamin Schröder and Guntram Rauhut); Vibrational Coupled Cluster and Response Theory (Ove Christensen); Tensor Decompositions for Vibrational Spectroscopy (Markus Reiher and Alberto Baiardi); The Code MULTIMODE and Applications to Strong Hydrogen Bonded Systems (Joel Bowman); Spectra from MCTDH and Applications (Hans Dieter Meyer and Oriol Vendrell); Diffusion Monte Carlo Approach to Vibrational Spectroscopy (Anne McCoy); Application of Molecular Vibrations to Astrochemistry (Tim Lee and Ryan Fortenberry); Semiclassical Vibrational Dynamics for Molecular and Supra-Molecular Systems (Michele Ceotto and Riccardo Conte); Rigorous Description of Large Amplitude Motion (Ad van der Avoird); Spectra of Large Molecules from Direct Dynamics (Marie-Pierre Gaigeot); Strong Vibrational Coupling to Light, e.g., Polaritons (Raphael Ribeiro and Joel Yuen-Zhou); Virtual Computational Spectroscopy in a Graphically Driven Context (Vincen Barone);
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World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Complete Guide To The Fragment Molecular Orbital
Book SynopsisThe fragment molecular orbital (FMO) method is a fast linear-scaling quantum-mechanical method employed by chemists and physicists all over the world. It provides a wealth of properties of fragments from quantum-chemical calculations, a bottomless treasure pit for data mining and machine learning. However, there is no user-friendly description of its usage in the widely employed quantum-chemical open-source software GAMESS, nor is there any book covering the usage of GAMESS in general. This leaves very many interested users to their own devices to get through a variety of problems with very cryptic descriptions of keywords in the program manual and no guide whatsoever as to what options should be set for particular scientific tasks. This book is the panacea to many frustrations.The main focus of the book is to build a solid bridge connecting FMO users to GAMESS, by giving a helpful introduction of various FMO methods as needed for particular problems found in computational chemistry, and describing in detail how to do these simulations and understand the results from the output of the program. The book also covers parallelization strategies for attaining high parallel efficiency in massively parallel computations, and provides means to analyze performance and design a solution for overcoming performance bottlenecks. A special section is devoted to dealing with problems in executing GAMESS, arising from computational environment and user errors. Finally, 14 carefully selected types of applications are discussed in detail, describing the input keywords and explaining where to find the main results in the text-based output.
£99.00
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Solutions And X-ray Non-3d Phase Structure
Book SynopsisPhysics and Chemistry of Molecular AssembliesMost researchers would relate X-ray structure analysis to crystal structure analysis. A crystal is a state in which atoms or molecules are regularly arranged in three-dimensional space. However, some substances do not have 3D structures, but have 1D, 2D, 1D⊕1D, 2D⊕1D or 1D⊕1D⊕1D structures. Here the symbol ⊕ stands for direct sum in linear algebra and is different from ordinary sum +. For example, 2D⊕1D means the direct sum of a 2D subspace and an orthogonal 1D subspace, not 3D.In a previous book, Physics and Chemistry of Molecular Assemblies, published in April 2020, the author showed for the first time that molecular assemblies can be represented in a unified manner from such subspaces of linear algebra, and wrote the theory and method of X-ray structure analysis of the liquid crystal phase structures with the dimensional structure of 1D, 2D, 1D⊕1D, 2D⊕1D, and 1D⊕1D⊕1D. Furthermore, the X-ray liquid crystal structure analysis methods of 11 representative examples were concretely described. In addition, 110 X-ray data were posted as the end-of-chapter problems in Chapter 3.Using the methods developed by the author, these 110 problems can be solved in principle with a calculator, graph paper, a ruler, and a compass, although it takes time. However, when you use only a calculator, a graph paper, a ruler or a compass, it would probably take more than one year to analyze all the observed X-ray data in Chapter 3. Therefore, the author's research group has developed a computer program named 'Bunseki-kun.' By using this program, we can easily analyze the liquid crystal phase structures from the observed d spacings. Thus, when you use this program, you will be able to analyze the liquid crystal phase and other soft matter phase structures within 1/100th to 1/1000th of the time. Those who purchase this book will be able to freely download this program from the following URL set by the publisher.
£85.50
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Understanding Advanced Chemistry Through Problem
Book SynopsisWritten for students taking either the University of Cambridge Advanced Level examinations or the International Baccalaureate examinations, this guidebook covers essential topics and concepts under both stipulated chemistry syllabi. The book is written in such a way as to guide the reader through the understanding and applications of essential chemical concepts using the problem-solving approach. The authors have also retained the popular discourse feature from their previous two books — Understanding Advanced Physical Inorganic Chemistry and Understanding Advanced Organic and Analytical Chemistry — to help the learners better understand and see for themselves, how the concepts should be applied during solving problems. Based on the Socratic Method, questions are implanted throughout the book to help facilitate the reader's development in forming logical conclusions of the concepts and the way they are being applied to explain the problems. In addition, the authors have also included important summaries and concept maps to help the learners to recall, remember, reinforce, and apply the fundamental chemical concepts in a simple way.
£33.25
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Understanding Advanced Chemistry Through Problem
Book SynopsisWritten for students taking either the University of Cambridge Advanced Level examinations or the International Baccalaureate examinations, this guidebook covers essential topics and concepts under both stipulated chemistry syllabi. The book is written in such a way as to guide the reader through the understanding and applications of essential chemical concepts using the problem-solving approach. The authors have also retained the popular discourse feature from their previous two books — Understanding Advanced Physical Inorganic Chemistry and Understanding Advanced Organic and Analytical Chemistry — to help the learners better understand and see for themselves, how the concepts should be applied during solving problems. Based on the Socratic Method, questions are implanted throughout the book to help facilitate the reader's development in forming logical conclusions of the concepts and the way they are being applied to explain the problems. In addition, the authors have also included important summaries and concept maps to help the learners to recall, remember, reinforce, and apply the fundamental chemical concepts in a simple way.
£33.25
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Understanding Advanced Chemistry Through Problem
Book SynopsisWritten for students taking either the University of Cambridge Advanced Level examinations or the International Baccalaureate examinations, this guidebook covers essential topics and concepts under both stipulated chemistry syllabi. The book is written in such a way as to guide the reader through the understanding and applications of essential chemical concepts using the problem-solving approach. The authors have also retained the popular discourse feature from their previous two books — Understanding Advanced Physical Inorganic Chemistry and Understanding Advanced Organic and Analytical Chemistry — to help the learners better understand and see for themselves, how the concepts should be applied during solving problems. Based on the Socratic Method, questions are implanted throughout the book to help facilitate the reader's development in forming logical conclusions of the concepts and the way they are being applied to explain the problems. In addition, the authors have also included important summaries and concept maps to help the learners to recall, remember, reinforce, and apply the fundamental chemical concepts in a simple way.
£85.50
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Understanding Advanced Chemistry Through Problem
Book SynopsisWritten for students taking either the University of Cambridge Advanced Level examinations or the International Baccalaureate examinations, this guidebook covers essential topics and concepts under both stipulated chemistry syllabi. The book is written in such a way as to guide the reader through the understanding and applications of essential chemical concepts using the problem-solving approach. The authors have also retained the popular discourse feature from their previous two books — Understanding Advanced Physical Inorganic Chemistry and Understanding Advanced Organic and Analytical Chemistry — to help the learners better understand and see for themselves, how the concepts should be applied during solving problems. Based on the Socratic Method, questions are implanted throughout the book to help facilitate the reader's development in forming logical conclusions of the concepts and the way they are being applied to explain the problems. In addition, the authors have also included important summaries and concept maps to help the learners to recall, remember, reinforce, and apply the fundamental chemical concepts in a simple way.
£85.50
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Understanding Advanced Chemistry Through Problem
Book SynopsisWritten for students taking either the University of Cambridge Advanced Level examinations or the International Baccalaureate examinations, this guidebook covers essential topics and concepts under both stipulated chemistry syllabi. The book is written in such a way as to guide the reader through the understanding and applications of essential chemical concepts using the problem-solving approach. The authors have also retained the popular discourse feature from their previous two books — Understanding Advanced Physical Inorganic Chemistry and Understanding Advanced Organic and Analytical Chemistry — to help the learners better understand and see for themselves, how the concepts should be applied during solving problems. Based on the Socratic Method, questions are implanted throughout the book to help facilitate the reader's development in forming logical conclusions of the concepts and the way they are being applied to explain the problems. In addition, the authors have also included important summaries and concept maps to help the learners to recall, remember, reinforce, and apply the fundamental chemical concepts in a simple way.
£58.50
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Walter Kohn From Kindertransport And Internment
Book SynopsisWalter Kohn, 1998 Nobel Laureate in Chemistry and discoverer of the Density Functional Theory (DFT), died in 2016 at the grand age of 93. This book is the first ever biography of Kohn, who led a remarkable life and scientific career, not least the fact that his DFT theory has emerged as the underlying computational method for molecular simulation used throughout the physical and life sciences. Taking us on a compelling journey, Sir David Clary traces Kohn's early life in Vienna and his dramatic escape from the Nazis on the Kindertransport to England in 1939, followed by Kohn's internment as an 'enemy alien' and his transportation to Canada in 1940. His subsequent scientific career is discussed in detail, including his remarkable sabbatical in France when he discovered DFT, and his enduring efforts on peace initiatives and reduction of nuclear proliferation. An extraordinary story of a theoretical physicist winning the Nobel Prize in Chemistry, Walter Kohn is a sparkling chronicle of one of the great scientists of the 20th century who forever changed the way contemporary science is done.
£85.50
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Walter Kohn From Kindertransport And Internment
Book SynopsisWalter Kohn, 1998 Nobel Laureate in Chemistry and discoverer of the Density Functional Theory (DFT), died in 2016 at the grand age of 93. This book is the first ever biography of Kohn, who led a remarkable life and scientific career, not least the fact that his DFT theory has emerged as the underlying computational method for molecular simulation used throughout the physical and life sciences. Taking us on a compelling journey, Sir David Clary traces Kohn's early life in Vienna and his dramatic escape from the Nazis on the Kindertransport to England in 1939, followed by Kohn's internment as an 'enemy alien' and his transportation to Canada in 1940. His subsequent scientific career is discussed in detail, including his remarkable sabbatical in France when he discovered DFT, and his enduring efforts on peace initiatives and reduction of nuclear proliferation. An extraordinary story of a theoretical physicist winning the Nobel Prize in Chemistry, Walter Kohn is a sparkling chronicle of one of the great scientists of the 20th century who forever changed the way contemporary science is done.
£28.50
World Scientific Publishing Company Terahertz Spectroscopy And Its Applications
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World Scientific Publishing Company Quantum Field Theory An Introduction for Chemical
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Springer Verlag, Singapore Physical Kinetics: Classical and Quantum Problems
Book SynopsisThis book includes problems based on the material in the course of physical kinetics for the students of general and applied physics. It contains 60 problems with detailed solutions. The comments to the problems reflect the connection with the problems and methods of modern physical kinetics. A brief introduction gives the necessary information for solving and understanding the problems. The book is proposed for students and postgraduates studying the theoretical physics. The book is used as a supplement to the textbooks published on physical kinetics. The purpose of the book is to help students in training the practical skills and mastering the basic elements of physical kinetics. To understand the subject matter, it is sufficient to know the traditional courses of theoretical physics.Table of Contents1. Brief reminders 1.1. The Boltzmann transport equation 1.2. The generalized susceptibility and the linear response 1.3. The fluctuation-dissipation theorem 1.4. The Onsager reciprocal relations 1.5. The Lindblad master equation 2. Problems 2.1. The Langevin equation and the fluctuation-dissipation theorem 2.2. The Boltzmann transport equation in the τ-approximation: the thermoelectric effects in conductors 2.3. Galvanomagnetic effects in metals 2.4. Kinetic phenomena in a metal and normal Fermi liquid 2.5. Electron-phonon scattering in a metal: the transport coefficients 2.6. The electron scattering with magnetic impurities: the Kondo effect 2.7. Weak localization effects in a metal with impurities 2.8. Ballistic electron transport in the mesoscopic systems 2.9. The rarified Bose and Fermi gases 2.10. The hopping Mott conductivity and the Coulomb gap 2.11. Kinetics of phonons and thermal conductivity in dielectrics 2.12. The hydrodynamics of normal and superfluid liquids: sound oscillations and energy dissipation 2.13. Kapitza resistance and kinetic phenomena at the superfluidsolid helium interface 2.14. Collisionless plasma: the permittivity and the longitudinal and transverse oscillations 2.15. Kinetics of first-order phase transitions: melting and solidification 2.16. Macroscopic quantum tunneling 2.17. Macroscopic quantum nucleation 2.18. Open quantum systems: the Lindblad equation 2.19. Elements of diagrammatic Keldysh technique for non-equilibrium systems 3. Solutions of Problems 3.1. The Langevin equation and the fluctuation-dissipation theorem 3.2. The Boltzmann transport equation in the _-approximation: the thermoelectric effects in conductors 3.3. Galvanomagnetic effects in metals 3.4. Kinetic phenomena in a metal and normal Fermi liquid 3.5. Electron-phonon scattering in a metal: the transport coefficients 3.6. The electron scattering with magnetic impurities: the Kondo effect 3.7. Weak localization effects in a metal with impurities 3.8. Ballistic electron transport in the mesoscopic systems 3.9. The rarified Bose and Fermi gases 3.10. The hopping Mott conductivity and the Coulomb gap 3.11. Kinetics of phonons and thermal conductivity in dielectrics 3.12. The hydrodynamics of normal and superfluid liquids: sound oscillations and energy dissipation 3.13. Kapitza resistance and kinetic phenomena at the superfluidsolid helium interface 3.14. Collisionless plasma: permittivity and the longitudinal and transverse oscillations 3.15. Kinetics of first-order phase transitions: melting and solidification 3.16. Macroscopic quantum tunneling 3.17. Macroscopic quantum nucleation 3.18. Open quantum systems: the Lindblad equation 3.19. Elements of diagrammatic Keldysh technique for non-equilibrium systems Bibliography Index
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World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Liquid Crystals, Laptops And Life
Book SynopsisLiquid Crystals, Laptops and Life connects the laptop computer with life itself via liquid crystals, the phases of matter essential to both. In the process it provides an integrated introduction to those parts of chemistry and physics that are necessary for understanding the basic science and technology embedded in the laptop and in life. This book can be understood by students with a good background in high school chemistry and physics; yet it can also serve as a primer for scientists who are not well versed in the areas covered.The first section of the book is devoted to discussion of basic concepts of chemistry and physics. The second section applies these concepts and extends them to three classes of materials that make the laptop possible: liquid crystals, polymers, and semiconductors. The first two classes of materials relate naturally to the molecules essential to life, thus providing an introduction to this area in an independent chapter. The third section focuses on the applied science and technology of semiconductors, digital devices, and computers, as well as liquid crystal displays. This section concludes by illustrating how these materials and technologies are combined in and make possible the laptop computer. The final section discusses applications of liquid crystals to the arts and to life. Each chapter rounds off with references to more advanced literature, exercises that test the reader's understanding, and open-ended questions that encourage the reader to explore the topics in greater depth.
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World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Computational Chemistry: Reviews Of Current
Book SynopsisVast progress in the area of computational chemistry has been achieved in the last decade. Theoretical methods such as quantum mechanics, molecular dynamics and statistical mechanics have been successfully used to characterize chemical systems and to design new materials, drugs and chemicals. The reviews presented in this volume discuss the current advances in computational methodologies and their applications. The areas covered include materials science, nanotechnology, inorganic and biological systems. The major thrust of the book is to bring timely overviews of new findings and methods applied in the rapidly changing field of computational chemistry.Table of ContentsMolecular Dynamics Simulations of a Molecular Electronics Device: The NanoCell (J Seminario et al.); Molecular Electronics with Gaussian98/03 (J J Palacios et al.); Molecular Dynamics Simulations of Single Molecule Atomic Force Microscope Experiments (W Nowak & P E Marszaek); Computation of Excited State Potential Energy Surfaces via Linear Response Theories Based on State Specific Multi-Reference Coupled Electron-pair Approximation Like Methods (S Chattopadhyay et al.); Modelling of Anisotropic Exchange Coupling in Rare-Earth-Transition-Metal Pairs: Applications to Yb3+-Mn2+ and Yb3+-Cr3+ Halide Clusters and Implications to the Light Up-Conversion (M Atanasov et al.); Is a Dihydrogen Bond a Unique Phenomenon? (S J Grabowski & J Leszczynski).
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World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Overviews Of Recent Research On Energetic
Book SynopsisFew books cover experimental and theoretical methods to characterize decomposition, combustion and detonation of energetic materials. This volume, by internationally known and major contributors to the field, is unique because it summarizes the most important recent work, what we know with confidence, and what main areas remain to be investigated. Most chapters comprise summaries of work spanning decades and contain expert commentary available nowhere else. Although energetic materials are its focus, this book provides a guide to modern methods for investigations of condensed and gas-phase reactions. Although these energetic reactions are complex and difficult to study, the work discussed here provides readers with a substantial understanding of the behavior of materials now in use, and a predictive capability for the development of new materials based on target properties.Table of ContentsEnergetic Molecules, Energetic Materials (R W Shaw); Connecting Molecular Properties to Decomposition, Combustion and Explosion Trends (T B Brill); Thermal Decomposition Processes of Energetic Materials in the Condensed Phase at Low and Moderate Temperatures (R Behrens); Study of Energetic Material Combustion Chemistry by Probing Mass Spectrometry and Modeling (O P Korobeinichev); Optical Spectroscopic Measurements of Energetic Material Flame Structure (T P Parr & D M Hanson-Parr); Role of Intermediates in the Decomposition of Energetic Materials (P J Dagdigian); Role of Excited Electronic States in the Decomposition of Energetic Materials (E R Bernstein); Gas-Phase Kinetics for Propellant Combustion Modeling: Requirements and Experiments (W R Anderson & A Fontijn); Gas-Phase Decomposition of Energetic Molecules (D L Thompson); Modeling Energetic Materials Reactions in the Condensed Phase (L E Fried et al.); Multiphonon Up-Pumping in Energetic Materials (D D Dlott); Applications of Theoretical Chemistry in Assessing Energetic Materials for Performance or Sensitivity (B M Rice); Combustion and Ignition of Nitramine Propellants: Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis (E S Kim & V Yang); Burning Rate Models and Their Successors (M Miller); Synthesis of New Energetic Materials (J Bottaro).
£146.70
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Molecular Theory Of Water And Aqueous Solutions -
Book SynopsisThe aim of this book is to explain the unusual properties of both pure liquid water and simple aqueous solutions, in terms of the properties of single molecules and interactions among small numbers of water molecules. It is mostly the result of the author's own research spanning over 40 years in the field of aqueous solutions. An understanding of the properties of liquid water is a prelude to the understanding of the role of water in biological systems and for the evolvement of life.The book is targeted at anyone who is interested in the outstanding properties of water and its role in biological systems. It is addressed to both students and researchers in chemistry, physics and biology.Table of ContentsSurvey of the Properties of Water; Theoretical Approaches to the Study of Liquid Water; Water with One Simple Solute; Water with Two Solute Molecules: Hydrophobic Hydrophilic Phenomena.
£189.00
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Entropy: The Truth, The Whole Truth, And Nothing
Book Synopsis'Ben-Naim convincingly argues that SMI not only gives a simpler and more broadly applicable definition of entropy, but also clears up much of the historical and modern confusion surrounding the second law. This book will interest any individual who wants to understand how SMI gives a clear definition of entroy.'CHOICE ConnectThis book discusses the proper definitions of entropy, the valid interpretation of entropy and some useful applications of the concept of entropy. Unlike many books which apply the concept of entropy to systems for which it is not even defined (such as living systems, black holes and the entire universe), these applications will help the reader to understand the meaning of entropy. It also emphasizes the limitations of the applicability of the concept of entropy and the Second Law of Thermodynamics. As with the previous books by the author, this book aims at a clear and mystery-free presentation of the central concept in thermodynamics — the entropy.In this book, the concepts of entropy and the Second Law are presented in a friendly, simple language. It is devoid of all kinds of fancy and pompous statements made by authors of popular science books who write on this subject.Table of ContentsPreface; Acknowledgements; Test Yourself before Reading the Book; The Various Definitions of Entropy and the Second Law of Thermodynamics; Interpretation and Misinterpretations of Entropy; Applications and Mis-Applications of Entropy; Notes; References; Index;
£38.00
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Entropy: The Truth, The Whole Truth, And Nothing
Book Synopsis'Ben-Naim convincingly argues that SMI not only gives a simpler and more broadly applicable definition of entropy, but also clears up much of the historical and modern confusion surrounding the second law. This book will interest any individual who wants to understand how SMI gives a clear definition of entroy.'CHOICE ConnectThis book discusses the proper definitions of entropy, the valid interpretation of entropy and some useful applications of the concept of entropy. Unlike many books which apply the concept of entropy to systems for which it is not even defined (such as living systems, black holes and the entire universe), these applications will help the reader to understand the meaning of entropy. It also emphasizes the limitations of the applicability of the concept of entropy and the Second Law of Thermodynamics. As with the previous books by the author, this book aims at a clear and mystery-free presentation of the central concept in thermodynamics — the entropy.In this book, the concepts of entropy and the Second Law are presented in a friendly, simple language. It is devoid of all kinds of fancy and pompous statements made by authors of popular science books who write on this subject.Table of ContentsPreface; Acknowledgements; Test Yourself before Reading the Book; The Various Definitions of Entropy and the Second Law of Thermodynamics; Interpretation and Misinterpretations of Entropy; Applications and Mis-Applications of Entropy; Notes; References; Index;
£17.10
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Ultrafast Optics And Spectroscopy In Physical
Book SynopsisThe primary goal of this text book is to ensure that any physical science student, even one who has never heard of the subject, should be able to learn what ultrafast spectroscopy is, why optics related to the subject requires special attention, how to use the basic ideas of the subject in laboratory-based ultrafast spectroscopy experiments, how to interpret the experimental observations and so on. This book gives a more than adequate introduction to mathematical representation of an ultrafast pulse, chirp, time-band width product, nonlinear optical effects, dispersion effects, construction of ultrafast laser, ultrafast measurement techniques and different ultrafast processes of chemical interest.
£93.60
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Wonders Of Water: The Hydrogen Bond In Action
Book SynopsisThe book presents the fantastic world of water in all its different forms, from liquid to ice and snow. This book is amply illustrated with a large number of beautiful pictures with. Water plays a unique role in chemistry. The special properties of water are due to hydrogen bonding between the H2O molecules. The hydrogen bond is of fundamental importance in biological systems since all living matter has evolved from and exists in an aqueous environment, and hydrogen bonds are involved in most biological processes. There is a hundred times more water molecules in our bodies than the sum of all the other molecules put together.The unique properties of water are of great importance in our daily life. The origin of these special properties is often not recognized. Even among chemists and physicists, the fundamental facts are not always known. In spite of very active research, there are still many questions to be answered about the structure of liquid water, for instance.The book differs from most books on water as it covers basic facts about structure and properties as well as the influence of these properties in our daily life. Why does ice float on water? Why is the maximum density of water at 4°C? The beauty of snow crystals is amply illustrated, and many of the pictures are unique.
£48.45
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Photosynthesis And Bioenergetics
Book SynopsisThis book is a tribute to three outstanding scientists, Professors Jan Anderson FRS, Leslie Dutton FRS and John Walker FRS, Nobel Laureate. Covering some of the most recent advances in the fields of Bioenergetics and Photosynthesis, this book is a compilation of contributions from leading scientists actively involved in understanding the natural biological processes associated with the flow of energy in biological cells. The lectures found in this significant volume were presented at a meeting in March 2016 in Singapore to commemorate the outstanding research in this area.The contents begin with the ideas, specially the contribution from Nobel Laureate Rudolph Marcus, who is well-known for creating the theory of electron transport reactions. This is followed by contributions of many others on various aspects of respiratory and photosynthetic transport chains as well as the dynamic regulation of light harvesting and electron transport events in oxygenic photosynthesis. The book is highly recommended to postgraduate students and researchers who are interested in various aspects of bioenergetic cycles.
£103.50
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Reminiscences Of Ahmed H.zewail: Photons,
Book SynopsisIn this unique illustrated book, PhD students, postdoctoral researchers, senior visiting scholars, and staff describe their personal experiences in working with the late Prof. Ahmed H. Zewail at Caltech. Their reminiscences provide snapshots of their rich interactions, reflecting the great scientific achievements, as well as the human and humorous sides of Ahmed H. Zewail.The contributors tell us their stories covering a period of forty years, beginning from the time of Zewail's arrival at Caltech in 1976. Some of them cover the time when Zewail was starting his pioneering work on femtochemistry at the end of 80's, while others relate events long after he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry (1999) and had embarked on a new career in ultrafast electron imaging. The aims and scope of this book is to provide both scientists and non-scientists descriptions of the experiences of scientists in the early or mature stages of their careers when interacting with one of the greatest scientists of the 20th century, from developing the field of femtochemistry to pioneering ultrafast electron diffraction and imaging technology. The personal dimension of Zewail's leadership is reflected in all the contributions, and highlighted by special tributes from two of his children.The scientific and anecdotal stories recounted in the book give a rare view of experiences in shaping science. The reader will get firsthand accounts of how a Nobel Prize winner interacted daily with his co-workers to develop the laser-based science and technology for which he was internationally recognized. The recounted experiences may serve as a basis for scientists developing their own research, tutoring students, and supervising postdoctoral researchers.
£76.00
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Reminiscences Of Ahmed H.zewail: Photons,
Book SynopsisIn this unique illustrated book, PhD students, postdoctoral researchers, senior visiting scholars, and staff describe their personal experiences in working with the late Prof. Ahmed H. Zewail at Caltech. Their reminiscences provide snapshots of their rich interactions, reflecting the great scientific achievements, as well as the human and humorous sides of Ahmed H. Zewail.The contributors tell us their stories covering a period of forty years, beginning from the time of Zewail's arrival at Caltech in 1976. Some of them cover the time when Zewail was starting his pioneering work on femtochemistry at the end of 80's, while others relate events long after he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry (1999) and had embarked on a new career in ultrafast electron imaging. The aims and scope of this book is to provide both scientists and non-scientists descriptions of the experiences of scientists in the early or mature stages of their careers when interacting with one of the greatest scientists of the 20th century, from developing the field of femtochemistry to pioneering ultrafast electron diffraction and imaging technology. The personal dimension of Zewail's leadership is reflected in all the contributions, and highlighted by special tributes from two of his children.The scientific and anecdotal stories recounted in the book give a rare view of experiences in shaping science. The reader will get firsthand accounts of how a Nobel Prize winner interacted daily with his co-workers to develop the laser-based science and technology for which he was internationally recognized. The recounted experiences may serve as a basis for scientists developing their own research, tutoring students, and supervising postdoctoral researchers.
£33.25
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Wonders Of Water: The Hydrogen Bond In Action
Book SynopsisThe book presents the fantastic world of water in all its different forms, from liquid to ice and snow. This book is amply illustrated with a large number of beautiful pictures with. Water plays a unique role in chemistry. The special properties of water are due to hydrogen bonding between the H2O molecules. The hydrogen bond is of fundamental importance in biological systems since all living matter has evolved from and exists in an aqueous environment, and hydrogen bonds are involved in most biological processes. There is a hundred times more water molecules in our bodies than the sum of all the other molecules put together.The unique properties of water are of great importance in our daily life. The origin of these special properties is often not recognized. Even among chemists and physicists, the fundamental facts are not always known. In spite of very active research, there are still many questions to be answered about the structure of liquid water, for instance.The book differs from most books on water as it covers basic facts about structure and properties as well as the influence of these properties in our daily life. Why does ice float on water? Why is the maximum density of water at 4°C? The beauty of snow crystals is amply illustrated, and many of the pictures are unique.
£23.75
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Specific Ion Effects
Book SynopsisSpecific ion effects are important in numerous fields of science and technology. They have been discussed for over 100 years, ever since the pioneering work done by Franz Hofmeister and his group in Prague. Over the last decades, hundreds of examples have been published and periodically explanations have been proposed. However, it is only recently that a profound understanding of the basic effects and their reasons could be achieved. Today, we are not far from a general explanation of specific ion effects. This book summarizes the main new ideas that have come up in the last ten years.In this book, the efforts of theoreticians are substantially supported by the experimental results stemming from new and exciting techniques. Both the new theoretical concepts and the experimental landmarks are collected and critically discussed by eminent scientists and well-known specialists in this field. Beyond the rigorous explanations, guidelines are given to non-specialists in order to help them understand the general rules governing specific ion effects in chemistry, biology, physics and engineering.Table of ContentsExamples, Ion Properties and Concepts: The Past and What Can Be Learnt from It (W Kunz et al.); Specific Ion Properties (G Hefter); Ion-Surfactant Interactions: Experiments and Models (E Leonitis); Promising Experimental Techniques: Probing Specific Ion Effects with Grazing Incidence X-Ray Diffraction (J Daillant); Neutron Scattering, Simulation, Denaturants (P E Mason & G Neilson); Specific Ion Effects at The Air-Water Interface - New Experimental Studies (V Craig); Newest Results From Theory and Simulation: Simulations of Ions at the Air-Water Interface and Near Biomolecules (M Lund & P Jungwirth); Simulations of Ion Near Water-Solid Interfaces and in Bulk Water (R Netz & D Horinek); HNC Calculations of Specific Ion Effects (L Belloni); and other papers.
£95.40
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy Of Liquid
Book SynopsisThis edited volume provides an extensive overview of how nuclear magnetic resonance can be an indispensable tool to investigate molecular ordering, phase structure, and dynamics in complex anisotropic phases formed by liquid crystalline materials. The chapters, written by prominent scientists in their field of expertise, provide a state-of-the-art scene of developments in liquid crystal research. The fantastic assortment of shape anisotropy in organic molecules leads to the discoveries of interesting new soft materials made at a rapid rate which not only inject impetus to address the fundamental physical and chemical phenomena, but also the potential applications in memory, sensor and display devices. The review volume also covers topics ranging from solute studies of molecules in nematics and biologically ordered fluids to theoretical approaches in treating elastic and viscous properties of liquid crystals. This volume is aimed at graduate students, novices and experts alike, and provides an excellent reference material for readers interested in the liquid crystal research. It is, indeed, a reference book for every science library to have.Table of ContentsSolving Complex NMR Spectra of Solutes in Liquid Crystals (E E Burnell et al.); Analytical Potentials of NAD-NMR in Oriented Solvents (P Lesot & C Aroulande); Noble Gas Probes in NMR Studies of Liquid Crystals (J Jokisaari); Bicelles - Magic Wand to Study Membrane Proteins by NMR (R Soong et al.); Advances in Proton NMR Relaxometry in Thermotropics (P J Sebastiao et al.); Magnetic Field Distortions of Ferroelectric Mesogens by DNMR (R Y Dong); DNMR of Random Quenched Disorder in 12CB (D Finotello & V Pandya); Dynamics of Liquid Crystals by DNMR Relaxation (C A Veracini & V Domenici); Translational Self-diffusion in Liquid Crystals by NMR Diffusometry (M Cifelli); DNMR Studies of Static and Dynamic Director Alignment in Nematics (A Sugimura & G R Luckhurst); Viscoelastic Properties of Liquid Crystals (A V Zakharov); Carbon-13 NMR Studies of Calamitic Liquid Crystals (R Y Dong); DFT and Carbon-13 NMR in a Biaxial Bent-core Mesogen (A Marini et al.).
£130.50
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Advances In Multi-photon Processes And
Book SynopsisIn view of the rapid growth in both experimental and theoretical studies of multi-photon processes and multi-photon spectroscopy of atoms, ions, and molecules in chemistry, physics, biology and materials science, it is timely to publish an advanced series that contains review papers readable not only by active researchers in these areas, but also by those who are non-experts but who wish to enter the field. This present volume attempts to serve this purpose. Each chapter is written in a self-contained manner by experts in their own area of expertise so that general readers can grasp the knowledge in that area without too much preparation.Table of ContentsDynamics of Vibrationally Excited Molecules and Clusters by IR-UV and UV-IR Spectroscopy; Dynamics of Liquid Droplet Excited by Mid-Infrared Multi-Photon Absorption; Electron Spectroscopy of Molecules in Intense Laser Fields; Selective Bond Breaking in Dissociative Ionization of Ethanol by Tailored Intense Fields; Evolution of Transient Structures in Solid and Liquids by Time-Resolved X-Ray Diffraction and X-Ray Absorption Fine Structure; Breakthroughs and Achievements in Photonic Crystals; Quantum Computing and Entanglement Generation by Intramolecular Degrees of Freedom.
£82.65
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Elementary Physical Chemistry
Book SynopsisThis book is designed for a one-semester course, for undergraduates, not necessarily chemistry majors, who need to know something about physical chemistry. The emphasis is not on mathematical rigor, but subtleties and conceptual difficulties are not hidden. It covers the essential topics in physical chemistry, including the state of matter, thermodynamics, chemical kinetics, phase and chemical equilibria, introduction to quantum theory, and molecular spectroscopy.Table of ContentsState of Matter The First Law of Thermodynamics The Second Law of Thermodynamics The Third Law of Thermodynamics The Free Energy Functions Phase and Chemical Equilibria Chemical Kinetics Introduction to Quantum Theory Applications of Quantum Theory Quantum Theory: The Chemical Bond Elements of Molecular Spectroscopy Elements of Intermolecular Forces Appendices: Homework Problem Sets; Thermodynamic Data.
£53.20
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Conical Intersections: Theory, Computation And
Book SynopsisThe concept of adiabatic electronic potential-energy surfaces, defined by the Born-Oppenheimer approximation, is fundamental to our thinking about chemical processes. Recent computational as well as experimental studies have produced ample evidence that the so-called conical intersections of electronic energy surfaces, predicted by von Neumann and Wigner in 1929, are the rule rather than the exception in polyatomic molecules. It is nowadays increasingly recognized that conical intersections play a key mechanistic role in chemical reaction dynamics. This volume provides an up-to-date overview of the multi-faceted research on the role of conical intersections in photochemistry and photobiology, including basic theoretical concepts, novel computational strategies as well as innovative experiments. The contents and discussions will be of value to advanced students and researchers in photochemistry, molecular spectroscopy and related areas.Table of ContentsFundamentals Multi-State Conical Intersections; Geometric Phase Effects; Spin-Orbit Vibronic Coupling at Conical Intersections; Chemical Dynamics Dynamics at Multi-State Conical Intersections; Effects of a Dissipative Environment; Nonadiabatic Quantum Wave-Packet Dynamics; Semiclassical Approximations; Control of Ultrafast Dynamics; Applications Conical Intersections in Organic Photochemistry and Photobiology; Ultrafast Radiationless Decay and Photostability; High-Resolution Photoelectron and Photofragment Spectroscopy; Femtosecond Real-Time Spectroscopy of Ultrafast Chemical Processes.
£220.50
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Understanding Advanced Physical Inorganic
Book SynopsisWritten for students taking the A-level examinations, this textbook covers essential topics under the University of Cambridge stipulated A-level chemistry syllabus. It is written in such a way as to guide the reader through the understanding and applications of essential chemical concepts by introducing a discourse feature — the asking and answering of questions — that stimulates coherent thinking and hence, elucidates ideas. Based on the Socratic Method, questions are implanted throughout the book to help facilitate the reader's development in forming logical conclusions of concepts. The book helps students to master fundamental chemical concepts in a simple way.Topics are explored through an explanatory and inquiry-based approach. They are interrelated and easy to understand, with succinct explanations/examples being included, especially on areas that students frequently find difficult. Topics address the whys and hows behind key concepts to be mastered, so that the concepts are made understandable and intuitive for students. The focus is on conceptual learning so as to equip students with knowledge for critical learning and problem solving.Existing A-levels textbooks and guidebooks generally introduce concepts in a matter-of-fact manner. This book adds a unique pedagogical edge which few can rival. Through their many years of teaching experiences, the authors have acquired a sound awareness of common students' misconceptions which are relayed through the questions and thus help to reinforce concepts learnt.Table of ContentsAtomic Structure and the Periodic Table; Chemical Bonding; Ideal Gas and Gas Laws; Chemical Thermodynamics; Reaction Kinetics; Chemical Equilibria; Ionic Equilibria; Redox Chemistry and Electrochemical Cells; The Periodic Table - Chemical Periodicity; Chemistry of Groups 2 and 7; Introduction to Transition Metals and Its Chemistry.
£28.50
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Nonadiabatic Transition: Concepts, Basic Theories
Book SynopsisNonadiabatic transition is a highly multidisciplinary concept and phenomenon, constituting a fundamental mechanism of state and phase changes in various dynamical processes of physics, chemistry and biology, such as molecular dynamics, energy relaxation, chemical reaction, and electron and proton transfer. Control of molecular processes by laser fields is also an example of time-dependent nonadiabatic transition.In this new edition, the original chapters are updated to facilitate enhanced understanding of the concept and applications. Three new chapters — comprehension of nonadiabatic chemical dynamics, control of chemical dynamics, and manifestation of molecular functions — are also added.Table of ContentsIntroduction - What is Nonadiabatic TransitionA"?; Multidisciplinarity; Historical Survey of Theoretical Studies; Background Mathematics; Basic Two-State Theory for Time-Independent Processes; Basic Two-State Theory for Time-Dependent Processes; Two-State Problems; Effects of Coupling to Phonons and Quantum Devices; Multi-Channel Problems; Multi-Dimensional Problems; Complete Reflection and Bound States in the Continuum; New Mechanism of Molecular Switching; Control of Nonadiabatic Processes by an External Field; Comprehension of Nonadiabatic Chemical Dynamics; Control of Chemical Dynamics; Manifestation of Molecular Functions; Conclusions: Future Perspectives.
£148.50
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Polyoxometalate Chemistry: Some Recent Trends
Book SynopsisThe book highlights recent prominent results in the domain of the synthesis of new polyoxometalates with a specific attention to polyoxothioanions, and provides some novelties and perspectives in selected domains such as magnetism, luminescence and nanochemistry, and macroions self-assembly in solutions. The case of “one-pot” syntheses often used and reported in POMs synthesis is studied in terms of more complex solution speciation processes related to highly dynamical situation connected to factors such as pH, ionic strength, reaction time, temperature, counterion nature, concentration of starting materials, presence of electron donors and redox potentials. The behavior of macroions (2nm-6nm size range) in solution is shown to be quite different from the simple ionic solution or colloidal systems (Debye-Huckel model). Their self-assembling into a single-layered, spherical, hollow vesicle structure, namely the “blackberry” structure, is clearly described. Examples of spin clusters with tunable interactions are given and single molecule magnets based on POMs are specifically tackled. Besides paramagnetic transition metal centres and lanthanoid ions encapsulated in archetypal lacunary polyoxoanions, magnetically functionalized Kleperates are described, their discovery tracing back nearly 15 years.Table of ContentsPolyxometalate-Protected Nanoparticles: Synthesis, Structure and Catalysis; Physical Chemistry Opportunities Offered by Polyoxometalate Macroions; Directed Assembly of Polyoxometalates Across Length Scales: From Macromolecules to Microsystems and Ichells; Polyoxometalates as Ligands for Functional Lanthanoid Complexes; Magnetic Polyoxometalates; Magnetism of Kleperates; Polyoxothiometalates.
£95.40
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Understanding Advanced Chemistry Through Problem
Book SynopsisWritten for students taking either the University of Cambridge Advanced Level examinations or the International Baccalaureate examinations, this guidebook covers essential topics and concepts under both stipulated chemistry syllabi. The book is written in such a way as to guide the reader through the understanding and applications of essential chemical concepts using the problem solving approach. The authors have also retained the popular discourse feature from their previous two books — Understanding Advanced Physical Inorganic Chemistry and Understanding Advanced Organic and Analytical Chemistry — to help learners better understand and see for themselves how the concepts should be applied to solve problems. Based on the Socratic Method, questions are implanted throughout the book to help facilitate the reader's development in forming logical conclusions of concepts and the way they are being applied to explain the problems. In addition, the authors have also included important summaries and concept maps to help learners recall, remember, reinforce and apply the fundamental chemical concepts in a simple way.Table of ContentsPhysical Chemistry: Atomic Structure and the Periodic Table (13); Chemical Bonding (21); Ideal Gas and Gas Laws (14); Chemical Thermodynamics (16); Reaction Kinetics (18); Chemical Equilibria (17); Ionic Equilibria (22); Redox Chemistry and Electrochemical Cells (21); Inorganic Chemistry: The Periodic Table - Chemical Periodicity (20); Chemistry of Groups 2 and 7 (21); Introduction to Transition Metals and Their Chemistry (21); Organic Chemistry: Structure and Bonding (16); Isomerism in Organic Compounds (10); Organic Reactions and Mechanisms (15); Alkanes (7); Alkenes (16); Arenes (17); Halogen Derivatives (11); Alcohols and Phenols (13); Carbonyl Compounds (22); Carboxylic Acids and Their Derivatives (43); Amines (11); Amino Acids (13); Polymers (15); Important Organic Reactions Summary (19).
£38.00
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Understanding Advanced Chemistry Through Problem
Book SynopsisWritten for students taking either the University of Cambridge Advanced Level examinations or the International Baccalaureate examinations, this guidebook covers essential topics and concepts under both stipulated chemistry syllabi. The book is written in such a way as to guide the reader through the understanding and applications of essential chemical concepts using the problem solving approach. The authors have also retained the popular discourse feature from their previous two books — Understanding Advanced Physical Inorganic Chemistry and Understanding Advanced Organic and Analytical Chemistry — to help learners better understand and see for themselves how the concepts should be applied to solve problems. Based on the Socratic Method, questions are implanted throughout the book to help facilitate the reader's development in forming logical conclusions of concepts and the way they are being applied to explain the problems. In addition, the authors have also included important summaries and concept maps to help learners recall, remember, reinforce and apply the fundamental chemical concepts in a simple way.Table of ContentsVolume 1: Part I: Physical Chemistry: Atomic Structure and the Periodic Table; Chemical Bonding; Ideal Gas and Gas Laws; Chemical Thermodynamics; Reaction Kinetics; Chemical Equilibria; Ionic Equilibria; Redox Chemistry and Electrochemical Cells; Part II: Inorganic Chemistry: The Periodic Table: Chemical Periodicity; Chemistry of Groups 2 and 7; Introduction to Transition Metals and Their Chemistry; Volume 2: Structure and Bonding; Isomerism in Organic Compounds; Organic Reactions and Mechanisms; Alkanes; Alkenes; Arenes; Halogen Derivatives; Alcohols and Phenol; Carbonyl Compounds; Carboxylic Acids and Their Derivatives; Amines; Amino Acids; Polymers; Summary of Important Organic Reactions;
£32.56
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Understanding Advanced Chemistry Through Problem
Book SynopsisWritten for students taking either the University of Cambridge Advanced Level examinations or the International Baccalaureate examinations, this guidebook covers essential topics and concepts under both stipulated chemistry syllabi. The book is written in such a way as to guide the reader through the understanding and applications of essential chemical concepts using the problem solving approach. The authors have also retained the popular discourse feature from their previous two books — Understanding Advanced Physical Inorganic Chemistry and Understanding Advanced Organic and Analytical Chemistry — to help learners better understand and see for themselves how the concepts should be applied to solve problems. Based on the Socratic Method, questions are implanted throughout the book to help facilitate the reader's development in forming logical conclusions of concepts and the way they are being applied to explain the problems. In addition, the authors have also included important summaries and concept maps to help learners recall, remember, reinforce and apply the fundamental chemical concepts in a simple way.
£21.85
Pan Stanford Publishing Pte Ltd Introduction to Polymer-Clay Nanocomposites
Book SynopsisThis book focuses on polymer–clay nanocomposite materials. It introduces readers to polymers, clays, and organo-clay and discusses the nature of interparticle interactions and physical adsorption, which are predominant in the synthesis of organo-clay; conversion of clay to organo-clay; interactions between functional groups in the interlayer region of clay and modifier ions; synthesis of organo-clays and their uses; and the commercial utilization of organo-clays. The text then covers the preparation of polymer–clay nanocomposites and their characterization, properties, performance, and applications.The primary goal of this book is to aid readers who wish to engage in the research and development of polymer–clay nanocomposites and to offer them an overview of the commonly used polymer–clay nanocomposites and their origins, manufacture, properties, and potential applications. This book will serve as a general introduction to researchers just entering the field and as a useful reference for scholars from other subfields.Trade Review"This book presents important aspects regarding the classification, characterization techniques, synthesis, and reactions of polymers and clays and addresses the synthesis procedures to obtain polymer–clay nanocomposites and their respective application range. It is an excellent source of knowledge in the field of polymer–clay nanocomposites and can be used by scientists, researchers, students, and industrials."— Prof. Guilherme L. Dotto, Federal University of Santa Maria, Brazil"A well-structured and easy-to-read book that follows the logical sequence of materials science, synthesis-characterization-practical application, and an excellent reference for those interested in getting a general overview of the fascinating polymer–clay nanocomposites with enhanced properties with respect to pure inorganic and organic solids and whose practical applications cover diverse areas." — Dr. Alberto Marinas-Aramendía, Campus de Rabanales, University of Cordoba, Spain"This book with updated literature provides an excellent reference for undergraduate and graduate students, researchers, and practitioners. It represents a complete and coherent study of the general concepts, characterization, and properties governing polymers and specifically polymer–clay nanocomposites. With commercial applications discussed throughout and experimental results connected with theory, this is an ideal reference for those working in polymer science." — Prof. Mahir Alkan, Balıkesir University, TurkeyTable of ContentsIntroduction to polymer and polymer synthesis. Surface chemistry of clay and organo-clay synthesis. Clay minerals: the mechanisms of surface modification of clay. Organo-clay synthesis methods. Polymer–clay nanocomposite synthesis methods. Types of polymer–clay nanocomposites: preparation of polymer–clay nanocomposites . Characterization of polymer–clay nanocomposites. Properties of polymer–clay nanocomposites. Applications of polymer–clay nanocomposites.
£103.50
