Organic Synthesis: The Roles of Boron and Silicon: 1 (Oxford Chemistry Primers) - Softcover

Thomas, Susan E.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0198556624 ISBN 13: 9780198556626

Publisher: Oxford University Press, U.S.A., 1992

Synopsis

Compounds of boron and silicon play a vital role in organic synthesis and the study of their properties and reactions is an important feature of undergraduate courses in organic chemistry. As part of the new, user-friendly Oxford Chemistry Primer Series, the essential chemistry of organoboranes and organosilanes is presented here with clarity and simplicity, emphasizing how these compounds can be used to provide simple solutions to a range of synthetic problems. With helpful study questions at the end of each part, and many suggestions for more advanced reading, this concise text provides undergraduates with an invaluable summary of an important topic in synthetic organic chemistry.

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Review:

`In view of the significance and scope of the material covered, as well as the affordable price, I would recommend this book as invaluable reading to undergraduates and postgraduates.' Education in Chemistry

'The book provides an excellent introduction into the wide applications of boron and silicon in organic chemistry ... I would recommend this book as invaluable reading to undergraduates and postgraduates.' Education in Chemistry, July 1992

'The essential chemistry of organoboranes and organosilanes is presented with clarity and simplicity.'Flash Technique

Synopsis:

Compounds of boron and silicon are widely used in organic synthesis, and their study forms a core part of undergraduate chemistry courses. This concise text describes the properties and reactions of organoboranes and organosilanes, emphasizing how they can be used to provide simple solutions to a variety of synthetic problems. Helpful study questions are provided at the end of each section, and the suggested further reading provides a useful guide to more advanced work in the field.

About this edition

• Publisher: Oxford University Press, U.S.A.
• Publication date: 1992
• ISBN 10: 0198556624
• ISBN 13: 9780198556626
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 96