Inorganic Chemistry

Holleman-Wiberg's Inorganic Chemistry available in English for the first time! The renowned, classic Holleman-Wiberg's Inorganic Chemistry has for many years been highly valued in the German-speaking world for its unparalleled comprehensiveness and detailed coverage of all aspects of inorganic chemistry. First published in 1900, the German edition has seen over 100 printings, celebrating its 34th edition in 1995. The English-speaking community of inorganic chemists who desire the depth, breadth, and detail provided by the German language edition has long awaited an English translation of this seminal work. This timeless and comprehensive reference covers all aspects of the inorganic chemistry of the elements. Beginning with basic principles, the book provides complete coverage of the preparation, structure, and reactivity of inorganic compounds. This material is complemented by detailed review of molecular chemistry, metal complex chemistry, solid state chemistry, nuclear chemistry, technical chemistry, metallo-organic chemistry, and bioinorganic chemistry. Holleman-Wiberg's Inorganic Chemistry is an invaluable, must-have teaching tool and reference for advanced students and for scientists needing a detailed source of inorganic research and chemical data. This book has stood the test of time, been used by students and professionals alike, and contains the most comprehensive and accessible material available-the material you need, in precise detail, at your fingertips, in one volume. Key Features: · Available in English for the first time since its initial publication in 1900 · Quickly orients readers with structured text and format throughout · Includes concise summaries, six appendixes, and over 150 tables that provide important data on elements at a quick glance · Presents material in standard type for basic principles in smaller type for advanced concepts · Contains numerous cross references and suggestions for further reading to consolidate the learning process · Includes a subject index of almost 150 pages providing swift access of desired material About the Current Editor: Nils Wiberg is a full professor of chemistry at University of Munich (since 1978). He is noted for his extensive research in silicon, germanium, and phosphorus chemistry and has received the Wacker Silicon Prize and the Frederick Stanley Kipping Award. He has authored over 200 scientific papers. About the Founding Editors: Arnold Frederik Holleman (1859-1953) was a professor of chemistry at the University of Groningen, Netherlands, founding this book in the year 1898. Egon Wiberg was a professor of chemistry at the University of Munich, taking over as editor of this reference in 1943.Holleman, A. F. is the author of 'Inorganic Chemistry', published 2001 under ISBN 9780123526519 and ISBN 0123526515.