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The Bases of Chemical Thermodynamics: Volume 1

By: Michael Grätzel,Pierre Infelta

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The Bases of Chemical Thermodynamics: Volume 1

By: Michael Grätzel,Pierre Infelta

In this volume (volume 1), the fundamental aspects of thermodynamics are presented. The first & second laws of thermodynamics are illustrated. The need to define thermodynamic temperature & the nature of entropy are explained. The book explores the meaning of auxiliary thermodynamic functions, the origin, usefulness & use of partial molar quantities. Gaseous systems & phase equilibrium, in systems where chemical reactions do not take place, are described In volume 2, the tools necessary to study & understand systems in which chemical reactions can take place are developed. The variables of reaction are the keys to understanding. Criteria for chemical equilibrium are established. It is shown how chemical reactions can provide work, as for example, in batteries. For complex systems, the number of independent reactions & their nature have to be determined systematically. The effect of external factors on chemical equilibria is analyzed & illustrated. The formalism necessary to study ideal & real solutions is provided. The various standard states in use & the corresponding activity coefficients are clearly defined. The statistical aspect of thermodynamics is best understood once students are familiar with the rest of the book, for this reason, is treated in the last chapter. Both volumes comply with the latest IUPC recommendations for symbols. Most of the specific mathematical tools are presented either directly in the text if they are used mostly in one chapter, while the others are included in an appendix. A primarily phenomenological approach has been selected to keep chemical thermodynamics easily accessible to beginners. Intermediate steps in the derivations have been kept to enhance the clarity of the presentation. A large number of problems, most of them original, will with complete solutions, are provided. They give this textbook a great pedagogical value. This book is primarily destined to students, graduate students & practicing scientists in the fields of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering & Material Sciences.

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1581127723

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The Bases of Chemical Thermodynamics

Volume 2

By: Michael Grätzel,Pierre Infelta

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The Bases of Chemical Thermodynamics

Volume 2

By: Michael Grätzel,Pierre Infelta

Fields of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering & Material Sciences.

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1581127715

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Chromic Phenomena

Technological Applications of Colour Chemistry

By: Peter Bamfield,Michael G. Hutchings

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Chromic Phenomena

Technological Applications of Colour Chemistry

By: Peter Bamfield,Michael G. Hutchings

Providing an entry point both for new researchers and for established ones, this book develops and investigates new applications for colour chemistry.

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Royal Society of Chemistry

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1847558682

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CRC Handbook of Organic Photochemistry and Photobiology, Third Edition - Two Volume Set

By: Axel Griesbeck,Michael Oelgemöller,Francesco Ghetti

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CRC Handbook of Organic Photochemistry and Photobiology, Third Edition - Two Volume Set

By: Axel Griesbeck,Michael Oelgemöller,Francesco Ghetti

The only combined organic photochemistry and photobiology handbookAs spectroscopic, synthetic and biological tools become more and more sophisticated, photochemistry and photobiology are merging-making interdisciplinary research essential. Following in the footsteps of its bestselling predecessors, the CRC Handbook of Organic Photochemistry and Pho

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1466561254

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Chromic Phenomena 3rd Edition

Technological Applications of Colour Chemistry

By: Peter Bamfield,Michael Hutchings

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Chromic Phenomena 3rd Edition

Technological Applications of Colour Chemistry

By: Peter Bamfield,Michael Hutchings

Chromic or colour related phenomena are produced in response to a chemical or physical stimulus. This new edition will update the information on all those areas where chemicals or materials interact with light to produce colour, a colour change, or luminescence especially in the imaging, analysis, lighting and display areas. The book has been restructured to show greater emphasis on applications where 'coloured' compounds are used to transfer energy or manipulate light in some way therefore reducing the details on classical dyes and pigments. In the past eight years, since the previous edition, there has been a remarkable increase in the number of papers and reviews being produced reflecting the growth of interest in this area. This ongoing research interest is matched by a large number of new technological applications gaining commercial value covering e.g. biomedical areas, energy, data storage, physical colour, bio-inspired materials and photonics. This book appeals to industrial chemists, professionals, postgraduates and as high level recommended reading for colour technology courses.

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Royal Society of Chemistry

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1782628150

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Electrical Processes in Organic Thin Film Devices

From Bulk Materials to Nanoscale Architectures

By: Michael C. Petty

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Electrical Processes in Organic Thin Film Devices

From Bulk Materials to Nanoscale Architectures

By: Michael C. Petty

Electrical Processes in Organic Thin Film Devices A one-stop examination of fundamental electrical behaviour in organic electronic device architectures In Electrical Processes in Organic Thin Film Devices: From Bulk Materials to Nanoscale Architectures, distinguished researcher Michael C. Petty delivers an in-depth treatment of the electrical behaviour of organic electronic devices focused on first principles. The author describes the fundamental electrical behaviour of various device architectures and offers an introduction to the physical processes that play a role in the electrical conductivity of organic materials. Beginning with band theory, the text moves on to address the effects of thin film device architectures and nanostructures. The book discusses the applications to devices currently in the marketplace, like displays, as well as those under development (transistors, solar cells, and memories). Electrical Processes in Organic Thin Film Devices also describes emerging organic thin film architectures and explores the potential for single molecule electronics and biologically inspired devices. Finally, the book also includes: A detailed introduction to electronic and vibrational states in organic solids, including classical band theory, disordered semiconductors, and lattice vibrations Comprehensive explorations of electrical conductivity, including electronic and ionic processes, carrier drift, diffusion, the Boltzmann Transport Equation, excess carriers, recombination, doping, and superconductivity An overview of important electro-active organic materials, like molecular crystals, charge-transfer complexes, conductive polymers, carbon nanotubes, and graphene Practical considerations of defects and nanoscale phenomena, including transport processes in low-dimensional systems, surfaces and interface states In-depth examinations of metal contacts, including ohmic contacts, the Schottky Barrier, and metal/molecule contacts A systematic guide to the operating principles of metal/insulator/semiconductor structures and the field effect A set of problems (with solutions on-line) for each chapter of the book Perfect for electronics developers and researchers in both industry and academia who study and work with molecular and nanoscale electronics, Electrical Processes in Organic Thin Film Devices also deserves a place in the libraries of undergraduate and postgraduate students in courses on molecular electronics, organic electronics, and plastic electronics.

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John Wiley & Sons

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1119631343

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Organic and Molecular Electronics

From Principles to Practice

By: Michael C. Petty

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Organic and Molecular Electronics

From Principles to Practice

By: Michael C. Petty

An introduction to the interdisciplinary subject of molecular electronics, revised and updated The revised second edition of Organic and Molecular Electronics offers a guide to the fabrication and application of a wide range of electronic devices based around organic materials and low-cost technologies. Since the publication of the first edition, organic electronics has greatly progressed, as evidenced by the myriad companies that have been established to explore the new possibilities. The text contains an introduction into the physics and chemistry of organic materials, and includes a discussion of the means to process the materials into a form (in most cases, a thin film) where they can be exploited in electronic and optoelectronic devices. The text covers the areas of application and potential application that range from chemical and biochemical sensors to plastic light emitting displays. The updated second edition reflects the recent progress in both organic and molecular electronics and: Offers an accessible resource for a wide range of readers Contains a comprehensive text that covers topics including electrical conductivity, optical phenomena, electroactive organic compounds, tools for molecular electronics and much more Includes illustrative examples based on the most recent research Presents problems at the end of each chapter to help reinforce key points Written mainly for engineering students, Organic and Molecular Electronics: From Principles to Practice provides an updated introduction to the interdisciplinary subjects of organic electronics and molecular electronics with detailed examples of applications.

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1118879287

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Heterogenous Photochemical Electron Transfer

By: Michael Gratzel

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Heterogenous Photochemical Electron Transfer

By: Michael Gratzel

The present monograph attempts to unify these diverse and exciting new developments within a common framework. First, the physical principles underlying heterogenous electron-transfer processes are outlined in a concise way and are compared to the homogeneous counterpart. This analysis includes the notion of the Fermi level in liquids and solids as well as the distribution of electronic energy levels in solids and liquids. A comparison is made between the salient kinetic features of homogeneous and heterogeneous electron transfer reactions. This establishes the basis for the subsequent treatment of the transduction of excitation energy and photo-initiated electron transfer in organized molecular assemblies, such as micelles, vesicles and monolayers. Transmembrane redox processes are critically reviewed. Particular attention is given to semiconductor electrodes and particles. This includes a discussion of quantum size effects, the nature of space charge layers as well as surface states and the dynamics of charge carrier-induced redox reactions at the semiconductor solution interface. These processes are of fundamental importance in such diverse fields as photochromism, electrochromic displays, electroreprography and photography, information storage, photocatalysis, photodegradation of paints, and solar energy conversion.

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CRC Press

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1351090100

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A Genius Planet

Energy: From Scarcity to Abundance – a Radical Pathway

By: Ludger Hovestadt,Vera Bühlmann,Sebastian Michael

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A Genius Planet

Energy: From Scarcity to Abundance – a Radical Pathway

By: Ludger Hovestadt,Vera Bühlmann,Sebastian Michael

Imagine a world where the power is always on, where there is not just enough energy, but an abundance of it. Such a world is no Utopia, it is a possible reality. Using indefinitely available sources of energy – especially photovoltaic solar, in combination with others – and networking this energy, much in the way that we have networked information, we can get beyond our current energy ‘crisis’ and resolve it. The world we then find ourselves in is not a world without problems – we will face new challenges on the way – but in terms of energy it is a world of plenty. Rooted in sound theory and based on technology that is available now, A Genius Planet offers an accessible but detailed and insightful perspective on how we can free ourselves from our dependency on natural resources and generate, trade, and use energy in ways that open up the genuine potential that we have at our disposal today.

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3035614210

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An Introduction to Ionic Liquids

By: Michael Freemantle

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An Introduction to Ionic Liquids

By: Michael Freemantle

In the late 1990s, there was an explosion of research on ionic liquids and they are now a major topic of academic and industrial interest with numerous existing and potential applications. Since then, the number of scientific papers focusing on ionic liquids has risen exponentially, including a few edited multi-author books covering the latest advances in ionic liquids chemistry and several volumes of symposium proceedings. Much of the content in these books and volumes is written using technical jargon that only scientists at the cutting edge of ionic liquids research will understand and ionic liquids are hardly covered in most modern chemistry textbooks. This is the first single-author book on ionic liquids and the first introductory book on the topic. It is written in a clear, concise and consistent way. The book provides a useful introduction to ionic liquids for those readers who are not familiar with the topic. It is also wide ranging, embracing every aspect of the chemistry and applications of ionic liquids. The book draws extensively on the primary scientific literature to provide numerous examples of research on ionic liquids. These examples will enable the reader to become familiar with the key developments in ionic liquids chemistry over recent years. The book provides an introduction to: ionic liquids; their nomenclature; history; physical, chemical and biological properties; and their wide ranging uses and potential applications in catalysis, electrochemistry, inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, analysis, biotechnology, green chemistry and clean technology. Notable and important chapters include "The Green Credentials of Ionic Liquids" and "Biotechnology." The chapter on "Applications" includes sections with brief descriptions of recent research on the development of ionic liquids: - for the construction of a liquid mirror for a moon telescope - for use as rocket propellants - for use as antimicrobial agents that combat MRSA - as active pharmaceutical ingredients and antiviral drugs - for embalming and tissue preservation Science students, researchers, teachers in academic institutions and chemists and other scientists in industry and government laboratories will find the book an invaluable introduction to one of the most rapidly advancing and exciting fields of science and technology today.

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Royal Society of Chemistry

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1849737053

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Environmental Chemistry

By: Colin Baird,Michael Cann

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Environmental Chemistry

By: Colin Baird,Michael Cann

Global warming. Renewable energy. Hazardous waste. Air Pollution. These and other environmental topics are being discussed and debated more vigorously than ever. Colin Baird and Michael Canns Environmental Chemistry is the only textbook that explores the chemical processes and properties underlying these crucial issues at an accessible, introductory level. With authoritative coverage that balances soil, water, and air chemistry, the new edition again focuses on the environmental impacts of chemical production and experimentation, offering additional green chemistry sections and new case studies, plus updated coverage of energy production (especially biofuels), the generation and disposal of CO2, and innovative ways to combat climate change.

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Macmillan Higher Education

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1464129002

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9781464129001

Photoelectrochemical Hydrogen Production

By: Roel van de Krol,Michael Grätzel

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Photoelectrochemical Hydrogen Production

By: Roel van de Krol,Michael Grätzel

Photoelectrochemical Hydrogen Production describes the principles and materials challenges for the conversion of sunlight into hydrogen through water splitting at a semiconducting electrode. Readers will find an analysis of the solid state properties and materials requirements for semiconducting photo-electrodes, a detailed description of the semiconductor/electrolyte interface, in addition to the photo-electrochemical (PEC) cell. Experimental techniques to investigate both materials and PEC device performance are outlined, followed by an overview of the current state-of-the-art in PEC materials and devices, and combinatorial approaches towards the development of new materials. Finally, the economic and business perspectives of PEC devices are discussed, and promising future directions indicated. Photoelectrochemical Hydrogen Production is a one-stop resource for scientists, students and R&D practitioners starting in this field, providing both the theoretical background as well as useful practical information on photoelectrochemical measurement techniques. Experts in the field benefit from the chapters on current state-of-the-art materials/devices and future directions.

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Springer Science & Business Media

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146141380X

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9781461413806

Energy Resources through Photochemistry and Catalysis

By: Michael Gratzel

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Energy Resources through Photochemistry and Catalysis

By: Michael Gratzel

Energy Resources through Photochemistry and Catalysis reviews the state of the art in the development of energy conversion devices based on catalytic and photochemical reactions. The focus is on catalysis of redox reactions and their application to the photocleavage of water, reduction of carbon dioxide, and fixation of nitrogen. Some fundamental aspects of catalysis as it relates to processes of light energy harvesting and charge separation in photochemical or photoelectrochemical conversion systems are also discussed. This monograph is comprised of 16 chapters covering light-induced redox reactions and reaction dynamics in organized assemblies such as micelles, colloidal metals, or semiconductors, together with strategies for molecular engineering of artificial photosynthetic devices. The principles of electrochemical conversion of light energy via semiconductor electrodes or semiconducting particles are also considered. Furthermore, thermodynamic characteristics for some reactions that can be utilized for storage of solar energy in the form of chemical energy are examined. The remaining chapters look at the role of porphyrins in natural and artificial photosynthesis; the use of semiconductor powders and particulate systems for photocatalysis and photosynthesis; and hydrogen-generating solar cells based on platinum-group metal activated photocathodes. This text will be a useful resource for scientists and policymakers concerned with finding alternative sources of energy.

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Elsevier

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0323145140

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9780323145145

The Bases of Chemical Thermodynamics

Volume 2

By: Michael Grätzel,Pierre Infelta

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The Bases of Chemical Thermodynamics

Volume 2

By: Michael Grätzel,Pierre Infelta

Fields of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering & Material Sciences.

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1581127715

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Heterogenous Photochemical Electron Transfer

By: Michael Gratzel

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Heterogenous Photochemical Electron Transfer

By: Michael Gratzel

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1351090100

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Photonics and Optoelectronics Meetings (POEM) 2009

Solar Cells, Solid State Lighting, and Information Display Technologies : 8-10 August 2009, Wuhan, China

By: Michael Grätzel,Changqing Chen

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Photonics and Optoelectronics Meetings (POEM) 2009

Solar Cells, Solid State Lighting, and Information Display Technologies : 8-10 August 2009, Wuhan, China

By: Michael Grätzel,Changqing Chen

Includes Proceedings Vol. 7821

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SPIE-International Society for Optical Engineering

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0819479071

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9780819479075

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The Bases of Chemical Thermodynamics: Volume 1

The Bases of Chemical Thermodynamics: Volume 1

The Bases of Chemical Thermodynamics

The Bases of Chemical Thermodynamics

Chromic Phenomena

Chromic Phenomena

CRC Handbook of Organic Photochemistry and Photobiology, Third Edition - Two Volume Set

CRC Handbook of Organic Photochemistry and Photobiology, Third Edition - Two Volume Set

Chromic Phenomena 3rd Edition

Chromic Phenomena 3rd Edition

Electrical Processes in Organic Thin Film Devices

Electrical Processes in Organic Thin Film Devices

Organic and Molecular Electronics

Organic and Molecular Electronics

Heterogenous Photochemical Electron Transfer

Heterogenous Photochemical Electron Transfer

A Genius Planet

A Genius Planet

An Introduction to Ionic Liquids

An Introduction to Ionic Liquids

Environmental Chemistry

Environmental Chemistry

Photoelectrochemical Hydrogen Production

Photoelectrochemical Hydrogen Production

Energy Resources through Photochemistry and Catalysis

Energy Resources through Photochemistry and Catalysis

The Bases of Chemical Thermodynamics

The Bases of Chemical Thermodynamics

Heterogenous Photochemical Electron Transfer

Heterogenous Photochemical Electron Transfer

Photonics and Optoelectronics Meetings (POEM) 2009

Photonics and Optoelectronics Meetings (POEM) 2009

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