Introduction to Phosphorous Chemistry (Cambridge Texts in Chemistry and Biochemistry) - Softcover

Goldwhite, Harold

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0521297575 ISBN 13: 9780521297578

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 1981

Synopsis

This 1981 introduction to the chemistry of a single element, phosphorus, covers many of the major themes of chemistry. Important in inorganic and organic chemistry and in biochemistry, phosphorus is also of considerable economic significance and plays a vital role in the biosphere. By presenting a detailed treatment of selected topics, this book provides a concise account of phosphorus chemistry suitable for anyone with an interest in the field. The book provides a survey of phosphorus compounds by structural and bond types, a review of physical methods in phosphorus chemistry, a review of basicity and co-ordination chemistry of phosphorus donors, a discussion of phosphorus in its group, and a chapter on reagents containing phosphorus in general chemistry. A critical bibliography introduces the reader to the advanced literature. S. I. Units are used throughout, but c.g.s units are also given when appropriate.

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Book Description

This 1981 introduction to the chemistry of a single element, phosphorus, covers many of the major themes of chemistry. By presenting a detailed treatment of selected topics, this book provides a concise account of phosphorus chemistry suitable for anyone with an interest in the field.

Edition details

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 1981
• ISBN 10: 0521297575
• ISBN 13: 9780521297578
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 128