Physical organic chemistry Books
Royal Society of Chemistry Harnessing Non-covalent Interactions for
Book SynopsisThe areas of synthesis and catalysis are largely driven by non-covalent interactions, and it is therefore essential to understand, control, and manipulate them. Doing so would allow for the optimisation of the properties and functions of new catalysts across the length scales. The current challenges in this area include structure determination of reactive intermediates, ascertaining structure-activity relationships, modelling transient states in catalytic cycles, and developing processes for reliable synthesis of non-covalent systems. The format of Faraday Discussions facilitates in-depth, dedicated discussions between researchers from across the area of synthesis and catalysis. This allows for a wide range of valuable insights and perspectives on the leading areas of the field. This volume brings together internationally leading researchers in synthesis, materials and catalysis, particularly involving systems where non-covalent interactions are crucial. In this volume the topics covered include: The importance of non-covalent interactions in synthesis Understanding the structural and electronic changes within these catalytic systems Modelling and computational analysis of reactive sites Controlling the activity and selectivity of a synthetic catalyst by manipulation of the surroundingsTable of ContentsThe importance of non-covalent interactions in synthesis;Understanding the structural and electronic changes within these catalytic systems;Modelling and computational analysis of reactive sites;Controlling the activity and selectivity of a synthetic catalyst by manipulation of the surroundings
£161.50
Royal Society of Chemistry Sustainable and Functional Redox Chemistry
Book SynopsisMimicking nature's efficiency and sustainability in organic chemistry is a major goal for future chemists; redox reactions are a key element in a variety of fields ranging from synthesis and catalysis to materials chemistry and analytical applications. Sustainability is increasingly becoming a consideration in synthesis and functional chemistry and an essential element for the next generation of chemistry in academia and industry. This book represents a compilation of the latest advancements in functional redox chemistry and demonstrates its importance in achieving a more sustainable future. This book is an ideal companion for any postgraduate students or researchers interested in sustainability in academia and industry.Table of ContentsRedox-mediated Electrochemical Cyclization Reactions; Recent Advances in the Kolbe and Non-Kolbe Electrolysis of Carboxylic Acids; Novel Electrolytic Processes; A Sugar Machine; Vanadium(V)-induced Oxidative Cross-coupling of Enolate Species; Mediated Electron Transfer in Electrosynthesis: Concepts, Applications, and Recent Influences from Photoredox Catalysis; Synergy of Electrochemistry and Asymmetric Catalysis; Alternative Approaches for Scalable Artificial Photosynthesis via Sustainable Redox Processes; Bioinspired Catalyst Learned from B12-dependent Enzymes; Redox-active Molecules and Their Energy Device Application; Redox-active Polymeric Materials; Chiral Metal Electrodes for Enantioselective Analysis, Synthesis, and Separation; Fluorescent Sensors for Water; Photoredox Chemistries of Cyclometalated Ir(III) Complexes; Electrogenerated Chemiluminescence in Functional Redox Chemistry
£170.05
Royal Society of Chemistry Reactivity and Mechanism in Organic Chemistry
Book SynopsisCompletely revised and updated, this 2nd Edition of Reactivity and Mechanism in Organic Chemistry is an ideal introduction to the quantitative description of organic reactivity for students in undergraduate and masters chemistry programmes. The book proceeds logically from qualitative molecular orbital theory as a tool for the description of bonding phenomena to combining this with thermochemical data to rationalise concepts such as molecular strain and hyperconjugation. Next, transition state theory, for examining organic reactivity phenomena, is introduced and its relation to energy surfaces and simple rate equations is discussed. On this basis more specific reactivity concepts commonly used in organic chemistry are explored such as the Bell–Evans–Polanyi principle, Marcus theory, HSAB principle, Hammett correlations, the Mayr–Patz equation, and FMO theory. How these reactivity models are applied is demonstrated for pericyclic reactions and selected rearrangement reactions involving transient intermediates such as radicals, diradicals, or carbocations, and for reactions involving classical electrophile/nucleophile combinations.Table of ContentsStructure and Bonding in Organic Molecules; Reactivity Models in Organic Chemistry; Pericyclic Reactions
£35.00
De Gruyter Sonochemistry: Fundamentals and Evolution
Book SynopsisIn the 1980’s sonochemistry was considered to be a rather restricted branch of chemistry mainly involving the ways in which ultrasound could improve synthetic procedures, predominantly in heterogeneous systems and particularly for organometallic reactions. This volume traces the evolution of sonochemistry from a century ago when the effects of acoustic cavitation were first reported almost as a scientific curiosity, through the 1980’s to the present. It describes the ways in which scientific interest grew rapidly during the 1990’s with the formation of the European Society of Sonochemistry in 1990 and the launch of a new journal Ultrasonics Sonochemistry in 1994. It also includes two chapters relating to the evolution of the subject as seen through the particular experiences of the authors Tim Mason and Mircea Vinatoru, both pioneers of sonochemistry. One chapter is devoted to the ultrasonically assisted extraction (UAE) of chemicals from plant material. This also illustrates the different ways in which sonochemical technologies can be applied in both batch and flow systems leading to the development of large-scale processing. The other chapter relating to environmental protection shows the wide range of applications of sonochemistry in this important field for both biological and chemical decontamination.
£64.60
De Gruyter Combustible Organic Materials: Determination and
Book SynopsisThe combustion properties of organic materials are used to assess their safety specifications. This knowledge is necessary to avoid potentially disastrous fires. The experimental determination of the combustion properties of a new organic compound is laborious and sometimes even impossible. This book describes methods for the determination and prediction of the combustion properties of organic compounds, along with some examples and exercises. This 2nd Edition includes an updated and improved presentation of the applicationnof different new models for reliable prediction of diverse aspects of flammability of organic compounds.
£67.50
De Gruyter Organic Chemistry: 100 Must-Know Mechanisms
Book SynopsisIn chemistry, good problem-solving requires a balanced combination of scientific intuition andmethodical analysis. Additionally, thoughtfully presented diagrams and infographics can conveya large amount of complex information in a more intuitive and accessible manner. 100 Must-KnowMechanisms (Second Edition) strives to be at the intersection of these two key principles. Itsthorough visualizations enable experienced readers to use it as a quick reference for specificmechanisms of interest. At the same time, the book’s breadth of covered reactions, from classic tocutting-edge, make it a good study-aid for the developing chemist. A slow and consistent study ofthe entire series of mechanisms can help set the foundation for good scientific intuition, while itsdetailed infographics and careful navigation features encourage coming back to it frequently. Thisedition includes over 40 new illustrations, numerous new mechanistic schemes, enhanced originalfigures with a variety of real-case examples, and more
£56.52
De Gruyter Sonochemistry: Applications and Developments
Book SynopsisIn the 1980’s sonochemistry was considered to be a rather restricted branch of chemistry involving the ways in which ultrasound could improve synthetic procedures, predominantly in heterogeneous systems and particularly for organometallic reactions. Within a few years the subject began to expand into other disciplines including food technology, environmental protection and the extraction of natural materials. Scientific interest grew and led to the formation of the European Society of Sonochemistry in 1990 and the launch of a new journal Ultrasonics Sonochemistry in 1994. The subject continues to develop as an exciting and multi-disciplinary science with the participation of not only chemists but also physicists, engineers and biologists. The resulting cross-fertilisation of ideas has led to the rapid growth of interdisciplinary research and provided an ideal way for young researchers to expand their knowledge and appreciation of the ways in which different sciences can interact. It expands scientific knowledge through an opening of the closed doors that sometimes restrict the more specialist sciences. The journey of exploration in sonochemistry and its expansion into new fields of science and engineering is recounted in "Sonochemistry Evolution and Expansion" written by two pioneers in the field. It is unlike other texts about sonochemistry in that it follows the chronological developments in several very different applications of sonochemistry through the research experiences of the two authors Tim Mason and Mircea Vinatoru. Designed for chemists and chemical engineers Written by two experts and practitioners in the subject Volume 1 covers the historical background and evolution of sonochemistry Volume 2 explains the wider applications and expansion of the subject VOLUME 2 Applications and Developments Volume 2 contains six chapters which detail the developments of sonochemistry in fields which continue to attract considerable research and development interest from academia and industry. The topics range from the important developments in chemical synthesis through food technology and materials processing to therapeutic ultrasound. The authors have made contributions to all of these and so the content is written in a way which should be understandable to readers whose expertise may not necessarily be in the individual topic. Each of the applications and developments described help to illustrate not only the diverse nature of sonochemistry but also the unifying theme of the effects of acoustic cavitation on a wide range of procedures.
£66.50
