Introduction to Modern Inorganic Chemistry - Softcover

Mackay, K. M.; Mackay, R. A.; Henderson, W.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0748739831 ISBN 13: 9780748739837

Publisher: Nelson Thornes Ltd, 1998

Synopsis

In this thorough revision of a text on inorganic chemistry, the authors have again used a twin-track strategy designed to enable students to gain an adequate grasp of the subject without being overwhelmed by the amount of material. The book provides a broad overview of the subject, offering a framework on which to build deeper understanding. It also looks at selected areas in more depth with the aim of providing the student with the confidence to approach other topics at the same level of detail. A systematic survey of the chemistry of the elements follows the periodic-table arrangement and concentrates on compounds with oxygen and the halogens. These sections have been updated and expanded to reflect current understanding and theories. There are new sections on fullerenes and related species, co-ordinated dihydrogen and actinide organometallic chemistry, and an expanded section on cluster compounds. The survey of silicate structures has been expanded and is now treated as a special topic to reflect the industrial importance of zeolites. Yet another new chapter covers selected topics in biological and environmental inorganic chemistry.

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Review

"What is attractive about this book? First, it provides an exhaustive overview of the fundamental bases of inorganic chemistry. Second, boxes located in the margins or in the middle of pages provide enlightening facts about inorganic chemicals as they relate to everyday lifeI am convinced these linkages between inorganic chemistry and real life are essential for attracting talented young students to the field" - Bernard Meunier, Chemistry International, 2003

Edition details

• Publisher: Nelson Thornes Ltd
• Publication date: 1998
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0748739831
• ISBN 13: 9780748739837
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 5
• Number of pages: 470