Ebook: Lanthanide and Actinide Chemistry (Inorganic Chemistry: A Textbook Series)

This series reflects the pivotal role of modern inorganic and physical chemistry in a range of emerging areas and in this text, the main features of the Lanthanides, Actinides and the Transactinide elements are described, enabling clear comparison and contrast with the Transition elements and Main Group metals. Content: 1. Introduction to the lanthanides -- 2. The lanthanides -- principles and energetics -- 3. The lanthanide elements and simple binary compounds -- 4. Coordination chemistry of the lanthanides -- 5. Electronic and magnetic properties of the lanthanides -- 6. Organometallic chemistry of the lanthanides -- 7. The misfits : scandium, yttrium, and promethium -- 8. The lanthanides and scandium in organic chemistry -- 9. Introduction to the actinides -- 10. Binary compounds of the actinides -- 11. Coordination chemistry of the actinides -- 12. Electronic and magnetic properties of the actinides -- 13. Organometallic chemistry of the actinides -- 14. Synthesis of the transactinides and their chemistry. Abstract: An introductory textbook on Lanthanides and Actinides offering insights into a vast range of applications, from lasers to synthesis. Based on courses given by the author, an expert in this area, the book presents the reader with the knowledge and applications of these metals. Read more...