Chemistry

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The authors' of this latest volume discuss recent advances in chemistry research. The chapters include discussions on a novel approach to developing a reliable optimised model for the estimation of PVT properties at various reservoir conditions; diverse dye removal technologies and recent progress in dye adsorption using activated carbon; the unique synthesis, properties and functions of mono- and di-nuclear ruthenium(II) aquo complexes; the detection of glycoproteins by widely used classical methods such as SDS-PAGE and Western blot; the predictability of the solubility of supercritical CO2 in ionic liquid; the impact of sucrose, stevia and xylitol on mechanical characteristics of gels prepared with different commercial chestnut flours; separated XRD analysis and non-linear optics for the interaction in composite materials of chiral cyanide bimetallic complexes and LiMnO2; and the oxidation of some sulphated macromolecules using various oxidising agents. 

Fully revised and updated, the seventh edition of this popular dictionary is the ideal reference resource for students of chemistry, either at school or at university. It covers all aspects of chemistry, from physical chemistry to biochemistry.

This book presents current research in the field of chemistry. Topics discussed include crystal chemistry of an atropisomer; construction and structure of metal-organic frameworks with specific ion-exchange property; chemical sensors and biosensors; non-specific chemical gas sensor arrays for environmental monitoring of odour emissions; green analytical chemistry; microwave assisted-separations; metal-catalyzed electrophilic processes in ionic liquids; development of green chemistry processes for metallocomplex catalysis and the environmental impact of a lignite-fired power plant operation.

This book presents current research in the field of electrochemistry. Topics discussed include advanced materials for wet electrochemical detection of organic impurities; electrochemical applications of modified electrodes in waste water treatment and energy conversion systems; electrochemical hydrogen storage; application of high temperature electrolysis for large-scale hydrogen production; electrolysis of nitrate aqueous solution; electrocoagulation and electroflotation; and, voltage stabilisation using a storage capacitor and physical and electrochemical properties of quaternary ammonium salts.