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Modern Diffraction Methods
Date: Oct 15, 2012
Author: E. J. Mittemeijer, U. Welzel
The first comprehensive overview of the potential and virtues of modern diffraction methods, this book covers various applications in which these versatile and very important techniques play a major role. These range from nanoscience to materials science, surface technologies to single crystal structure determination, and the analysis of phases and phase transformations to the microstructure of materials. Of major interest to biochemists, material scientists, material engineers and also those working in...
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Forensic Analysis on the Cutting Edge: New Methods for Trace Evidence Analysis
Date: Aug 24, 2007
Author: Robert D. Blackledge
This title brings forensic scientists and chemists up-to-date on the latest instrumental methods for analysing trace evidence, including mass spectrometry, image analysis, DIOS-MS, ELISA characterization, statistical validation, and others. Illustrates comparative analysis of trace evidence by both old and new methods. Explains why some newer methods are superior to older, established methods. Includes chapters on analysis of DNA, ink, dyes, glitter, gun powder traces, condom trace evidence, footwear...
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Spectroscopy in Catalysis, 3rd, Completely Revised and Enlarged Edition
Date: Jun 6, 2007
Author: J. W. Niemantsverdriet
Superbly organized and of great pedagogic value, 'Spectroscopy in Catalysis' describes the most important modern analytical techniques used to investigate catalytic surfaces. These include electron, ion, and vibrational spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, temperature-programmed techniques, diffraction, and microscopy. With the focus on practical use, rather than theory, each chapter presents current applications to illustrate the type of information that the technique provides and evaluates its possibilities...
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Elements of Environmental Chemistry
Date: May 25, 2007
Author: Ronald A. Hites
The basics of environmental chemistry and a toolbox for solving problems Elements of Environmental Chemistry uses real-world examples to help readers master the quantitative aspects of environmental chemistry. Complex environmental issues are presented in simple terms to help readers grasp the basics and solve relevant problems. Topics covered include: steady- and non-steady-state modeling, chemical kinetics, stratospheric ozone, photochemical smog, the greenhouse effect, carbonate equilibria, the...
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Spectacular Chemical Experiments
Date: May 18, 2007
Author: Herbert W. Roesky, George A. Olah
Written by the author of the award-winning "Chemische Kabinettstücke" this book demonstrates over 80 enjoyable, impressive and sometimes almost unbelievable chemical experiments for the classroom, lecture hall or home. All the experiments are explained in full, and have been tested several times such that their successful reproduction is guaranteed. Grouped into several cycles -- water, the color blue, the color red, soles, and self-organization -- the topics are perfect for experimental lectures or school...
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Excel for Scientists and Engineers: Numerical Methods
Date: May 4, 2007
Author: E. Joseph Billo
Learn to fully harness the power of Microsoft Excel to perform scientific and engineering calculations With this text as your guide, you can significantly enhance Microsoft Excel's capabilities to execute the calculations needed to solve a variety of chemical, biochemical, physical, engineering, biological, and medicinal problems. The text begins with two chapters that introduce you to Excel's Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) programming language, which allows you to expand Excel's capabilities,...
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Chemical Analysis: Modern Instrumentation Methods and Techniques, 2nd Edition
Date: Mar 30, 2007
Author: Francis Rouessac, Annick Rouessac
Completely revised and updated, Chemical Analysis: Second Edition is an essential introduction to a wide range of analytical techniques and instruments. Assuming little in the way of prior knowledge, this text carefully guides the reader through the more widely used and important techniques, whilst avoiding excessive technical detail. Provides a thorough introduction to a wide range of the most important and widely used instrumental techniques Maintains a careful balance between depth and breadth of...
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X-Ray Diffraction by Polycrystalline Materials
Date: Mar 15, 2007
Author: René Guinebretière
This book presents a physical approach to the diffraction phenomenon and its applications in materials science. An historical background to the discovery of X-ray diffraction is first outlined. Next, Part 1 gives a description of the physical phenomenon of X-ray diffraction on perfect and imperfect crystals. Part 2 then provides a detailed analysis of the instruments used for the characterization of powdered materials or thin films. The description of the processing of measured signals and their results is...
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Analytical Techniques in Materials Conservation
Date: Feb 9, 2007
Author: Barbara H. Stuart
This book will introduce the reader to the wide variety of analytical techniques that are employed by those working on the conservation of materials. An introduction to each technique is provided with explanations of how data may be obtained and interpreted. Examples and case studies will be included to illustrate how each technique is used in practice. The fields studied include: inorganic materials, polymers, biomaterials and metals. Clear examples of data analysis feature, designed to assist the reader...
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Analytical Techniques in Materials Conservation
Date: Feb 9, 2007
Author: Barbara H. Stuart
This book will introduce the reader to the wide variety of analytical techniques that are employed by those working on the conservation of materials. An introduction to each technique is provided with explanations of how data may be obtained and interpreted. Examples and case studies will be included to illustrate how each technique is used in practice. The fields studied include: inorganic materials, polymers, biomaterials and metals. Clear examples of data analysis feature, designed to assist the reader...
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Trace Chemical Sensing of Explosives
Date: Jan 12, 2007
Author: Ronald L. Woodfin
This timely book covers the most recent developments in the chemical detection of explosives in a variety of environments. Beginning with a broad view of the need for and the potential applications of chemical sensing, the book considers the issue of how to effectively include chemical sensing into systems designed to find hidden explosives devices. Offering a firsthand look at the latest technologies direct from those who are actively developing them, the book features: A look at the history of the...
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