A classic brought up to date with new experiments using the latest methods. Modern spectroscopic techniques and current research topics make this an incomparable resource for undergraduate and graduate students, presenting a fascinating approach to inorganic chemistry by providing experiments that resemble real research. As a result, students learn to think in a research-oriented fashion and to research together in a group. The experiments have been thoroughly tested and safety instructions are included, while hazardous substances are replaced by less harmful ones. This new edition also has a special focus on environmentally friendly experiments.
About the Author
Derek Woollings obtained his BSc and PhD at University of East Anglia, UK. He was a lecturer at Imperial College and Professor at the University of Loughborough. He has been Professor at University of St Andrews since 1999 and Director of Research at the School of Chemistry since 2004. Woollins has authored over 400 research papers.
New to Edition
Approximately 30 % of the experiments are replaced by modern and more environmentally friendly ones. The new edition will have more experiments using spectroscopic methods, which are central in the daily work of a modern inorganic chemist.
