The Physical Chemist's Toolbox

by Robert M. Metzger

Overview

Assembling a great deal of material in one place, this book serves as a valuable guide for chemists and related physical scientists throughout their careers — covering essential equations, theories, and tools needed for conducting and interpreting contemporary research.

• Offers a comprehensive and in-depth treatment of the most challenging concepts of chemistry
• Updates and revises existing chapters from the prior edition and adds: new chapters on inorganic, organic, and biochemistry; appendices about nuclides and organic reactions; and expanded questions at the end of chapters
• Has a complementary website with a solutions manual and PowerPoint presentations for instructors

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781119755807
Publisher:	Wiley
Publication date:	01/25/2023
Sold by:	JOHN WILEY & SONS
Format:	eBook
Pages:	1120
File size:	111 MB
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About the Author

Robert M. Metzger, PhD, is Professor Emeritus of Chemistry at the University of Alabama. His research focuses on molecular electronics, unimolecular organic rectifiers, electrical conductivity in organic crystals, and carbon nanotubes. He is the editor of four books and has published over 230 journal articles.

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Table of Contents

Prelims

About the companion website

Foreword

Preface and Philosophy

Chapter 1. Fundamental Particles, Fundamental Forces, and Mathematical Tools

Chapter 2. Quantum Mechanics

Chapter 3. Thermodynamics

Chapter 4. Statistical Mechanics

Chapter 5. Kinetics, Equilibria, and Electrochemistry

Chapter 6. Symmetry

Chapter 7. Solid State Physics

Chapter 8. Electrical Circuits, Amplifiers, and Computers

Chapter 9.  Sources, Sensors, and Detection Methods

Chapter 10. Instruments

Chapter 11. Inorganic Chemistry and Nanomaterials

Chapter 12. Organic and Polymer Chemistry and Catalysis

Chapter 13. Biochemistry

Index

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“In summary, the book is exactly as its titles says: an excellent reference resource or “toolbox” for those working in the field. It will likely become a classic in its own right.” (Molecular Crystals and Liquid Crystals, 1 January 2013)

Editorial Reviews

In summary, the book is exactly as its titles says: an excellent reference resource or “toolbox” for those working in the field.  It will likely become a classic in its own right.”  (Molecular Crystals and Liquid Crystals, 1 January 2013)

 

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