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This book is characterized by its problem-solving approach with extensive reference charts and tables. First published in 1962, this was the first book on the identification of organic compounds using spectroscopy. Now considered a classic, it can be found on the shelf of every Organic Chemist. The key strength of this text is the extensive set of real-data problems in Chapters 8 and 9. Even professional chemists use these spectra as reference data. Spectrometric Identification of Organic Compounds is written by and for organic chemists, and emphasizes the synergistic effect resulting from the interplay of the spectra.

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Excellent excercises..........2006-03-12

It's an OK book if you are a novice in the Spectroscopy determination area, but a very nice book if it's going to be used as a reference book. It's very handy and explains the principles of the Spectroscopic and Spectrometric determinations in a very understandable way. Moreover, the excercises are challenging, making this book and excellent tool for those students interested in learning how to determine structures out of some spectra, although the spectra sometimes are so clean that they don't correspond with the one's that are taken by routine. The weak points of this book are the IR chapter and the lack of a UV chapter explaining various useful techniques for structural determination such as ORD and CD. The NMR section is just OK, but there are more details to be explained in the 2-D NMR NOESY, TOCSY and ROESY. I think the Mass Chapters are the best that any single book has offered to me so far to understand quite easily how powerful is the GCMS as a tool for the Structural Determination of Organic Compounds.

Reference vs. Teaching Material.......2005-03-05

This book has wonderful charts and tables for quick referencing, however it is sorely lacking in demonstrations and worked out examples for students new to the subject. The chapters are painfully slow and complex when explaining the theory behind the spectrometric methods and effects on classes of molecules. In short, don't use this book to learn the material unless you already know it. It is a comprehensive reference, but not an effective textbook to teach from.

Great material, regular text..........2001-07-17

The book is subdivided into only 3 of the 4 classical methods for spectrometric identification of compounds: IR, MS, and finally NMR (covering 1H, 13C and very little of 19F and 31P). UV is left out in this edition, so maybe getting a hold of the old edition's UV chapter (which is extremely well-written) might be desired. The MS and the IR chapters are also well-written and explained out. It is in the main technique (NMR) that the author fails to deliver the subject in a straightforward manner and lacks what I think is most important in this field: a large number of exercises and problems.

An Important book.......2000-05-10

This book provide a the basis of the fundamentals of Spectroscopy in many fields (IR, HNMR, CNMR, DEPT, COSY, HMBC, HMQC, TOCSY, MS, and much more) It has many real problems in an special chapter. And the most important, it has a lot of important tables and spectrums.

Good in NMR Spectra analysis information, but weak elsewhere.......1999-11-19

This book lacked information in my opinion. Silverstein started a good project but just didn't give enough information about IR interpretation, mass spec, C-13 NMR, etc. He focussed on 2-D NMR a great deal, and I believe that there are much better textbooks on this subject.

The Analysis and Design of Tee-Joints for Composite Hull Structures

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The Analysis and Design of Tee-Joints for Composite Hull Structures

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This is a NAVAL SURFACE WARFARE CENTER CARDEROCK DIV BETHESDA MD SURVIVABILITY STRUCTURES AND MATERIALS DIRECTORATE report procured by the Pentagon and made available for public release. It has been reproduced in the best form available to the Pentagon. It is not spiral-bound, but rather assembled with Velobinding in a soft, white linen cover. The Storming Media report number is A888853. The abstract provided by the Pentagon follows: The design of polymer matrix composite joints is strongly influenced by the presence of out-of-plane or through-the-thickness stresses. These stresses can be critical, since out-of-plane interlaminar tension and shear strengths, as well as moduli, are strongly influenced by the low strength and stiffness of the polymer matrix constituents, as well as the fiber matrix interface. To aid in the design of these structures, this research develops a methodology for predicting structural adequacy of composites in the presence of through-the-thickness loadings. Specifically, this work details guidelines for the design of resin fillet tee-joints for use in marine applications. A combination of finite element analyses and approximate analytical formulations are used to create these practically oriented design guidelines. A parametric study, using finite element models, was conducted examining the effects of changing various material and geometric variables on the stresses and failure modes of the tee-joint structure. The tee-joint structure was sectioned in order to facilitate the creation of analytical approximations to predict the failure stresses in the various sections. This approach offers the added benefit of developing insight that guides the designer towards the most appropriate joint configuration for a specific application.

Characterization of Organometallic Compounds (Chemical Analysis S.)

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Characterization of Organometallic Compounds (Chemical Analysis S.)

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Chemical Analysis of Organometallic Compounds

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Chemical Analysis of Organometallic Compounds
T.R. Crompton
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Elements and their Compounds in the Environment: Occurrence, Analysis and Biological Relevance

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Elements and their Compounds in the Environment: Occurrence, Analysis and Biological Relevance

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Since the last edition was published in 1991, the 'Merian' has established itself as the standard reference on this topic, and remains unmatched in the breadth of material covered.

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Gas Chromatography of Organometallic Compounds

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Gas Chromatography of Organometallic Compounds

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Occurrence and Analysis of Organometallic Compounds in the Environment

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Occurrence and Analysis of Organometallic Compounds in the Environment
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This book examines the occurrence, toxicity, analysis and typical concentrations of organometallic compounds in various environmental samples. These include aqueous and effluent, crop and plant, soil and sediments, atmospheric and living organisms in a detailed and systematic manner. A knowledge of the chemical structure and concentration of organometallic compounds throughout the ecosystem is important in working out the pathways and mechanisms by which metals distribute themselves throughout the environment. The principal elements discussed are mercury, lead, tin and arsenic. Other organometallic compounds, including cadmium, antimony, selenium, germanium, manganese, copper and nickel, which occur in the environment less frequently and at lower concentrations are also discussed. Contents
* Introduction
* Concentrations of Organometallic Compounds in the Ecosystems
* Toxic Effects of Organometallic Compounds
* Toxicity Testing
* Bioaccumulation Processes
* Analysis of Organometallic Compounds in the Environment
Occurrence and Analysis of Organometallic Compounds in the Environment is essential reading for all organometallic and analytical chemists, environmentalists, and toxicologists working in the field.

Organic Metal and Metalloid Species in the Environment: Analysis, Distribution, Processes and Toxicological Evaluation

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Organic Metal and Metalloid Species in the Environment: Analysis, Distribution, Processes and Toxicological Evaluation

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Subsequent to the profiling of organometal(loid) compounds in important biogeogenic and anthropogenic deposits, the importance of this class of compounds for human health are evaluated by the analysis of both physicochemical and biological formation, distribution and transformation processes. Multidisciplinary articles written by experts from disciplines as diverse as biogeochemistry, ecotoxicology, analytical chemistry, microbiology and genetics estimate the global levels of biogeogenic and anthropogenic emissions of organometal(loid) compounds, and thus obtain an insight to processes which influence the genesis, as well as the distribution and stability of organometal(loid) species and their interaction with each other and other matrix compounds. The authors evaluate various environmentally relevant sources from a toxicological point of view, in order to identify potential "hot spots" of organometal(loid)s, which can negatively influence ecosystems and human health.

Practical Organic Mass Spectrometry: A Guide for Chemical and Biochemical Analysis

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Practical Organic Mass Spectrometry: A Guide for Chemical and Biochemical Analysis
J. R. Chapman
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Practical Organic Mass Spectrometry Second Edition A Guide for Chemical and Biochemical Analysis J. R. Chapman Kratos Analytical Instruments, Manchester, UK This volume provides a comprehensive survey of current techniques for the use of mass spectrometry in organic chemical and biochemical analysis. Every aspect of modern instrumentation and technique is discussed. The new edition retains the effective division of material applied in the author's previous volume-theory, practical requirements and applications. However, it has been thoroughly revised and extended to include all recent advances in mass spectrometry, and is complete with extensive references. This is essentially a book for the practising mass spectroscopist which will appeal to both biochemists and organic chemists. Some familiarity with basic principles is assumed but the author has employed a style which makes this volume suitable for beginners and more advanced students alike. The present volume will be particularly valuable to anyone who wishes to evaluate and compare alternative techniques. Main Contents-Instrumentation; Sample Introduction; Chemical lonization (lon-Molecule Reactions); Negative lon Chemical lonization; The lonization of Labile Materials (Part I); The lonization of Labile Materials (Part II); Tandem Mass Spectrometry (The Dissociation of lons); Quantitative Analysis.

Preconcentration Techniques in Natural and Treated Water: High Sensitivity Determination of Organic and Organometallic Compounds, Cations and Anions

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Preconcentration Techniques in Natural and Treated Water: High Sensitivity Determination of Organic and Organometallic Compounds, Cations and Anions
T R Crompton
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Equipment used for the analysis of water is frequently insufficiently sensitive to be able to detect low concentrations of organic and inorganic substances present in samples. Applying preconcentration to the sample prior to analysis means the results gained are more accurate and can be used to report trends more effectively.
Each chapter of Preconcentration Techniques for Natural and Treated Waters discusses a different method of preconcentration and its application to cations, anions, organic substances, and organometallic compounds. Drawing together the recent world literature available on the subject, this book provides detailed discussion of the need for reducing detection limits in analytical chemistry and ways of achieving this aim. Throughout the book, emphasis is laid on providing practical experimental detail, facilitating further development of procedures.
This book will be an invaluable reference for biologists, chemists, agriculturalists, toxicologists, oceanographers, and environmentalists dealing with the analysis of water in industry and academia.

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Probably the most complete recent book on the physical and cultural aspects of death. Covers everything from embalming, cremation, cryogenics, autopsies, organ donation, anatomical dissection, burials, funerals, decay, cannibalism, body snatching, use of corpses in secret rituals and religious ceremonies. This book sheds light on a subject that our society conveniently buries--literally and figuratively. As the author argues, the topic of death is treated with even more circumspection than pornography.

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Written for both laymen and professionals, this book gives answers the questions that everyone wants to ask in a question and answer format. What really happens to a dead body? What does our culture do with corpses and what have other cultures done? How does a body turn to dust? What happens in embalming, cremation, cryogenic preservation, autopsies, anatomical dissection, organ donation, burials, and funerals? How do we transport bodies and what does a medical examiner really do? How about the more bizarre uses for corpses, such as cannibalism, body snatching, use in secret rites, research, and religious ceremonies? This book describes individual and societal experiences, drawing not only from the medical sciences, but also from the arcane and secretive world of the funeral industry. We rarely speak about death—because it is the pornography of our culture and we know so little about it. This book sheds light into dark corners of our society and proves that, once again, truth is stranger than fiction.

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Perfect for the morbidly curious..........2007-07-18

Personally, I have always had a passing interest in mortuary science. Perhaps this is because what goes on "behind the closed doors" of the funeral home is always kept so discrete...usually for good reason. This book has been extremely helpful in allowing me to have a "peak" beyond those doors, and is very descriptive about what happens to us when we pass on. After reading this book, I feel that many of my questions have been answered, at least for the most part. The only reservation I have about this book is the fact that it reads more like a text...very scientific. If you're looking for light and leisurely material to browse, this book is probably not for you. But, if it's the "real deal" you're after, and are serious about learning more about what takes place when we die...this is the one!

Encyclopedia of death.......2007-04-28

This book is a virtual encyclopedia of death. It is extremely comprehensive, covering subjects ranging from organ donation, brain death, corpse disposal in other cultures and throughout history, the funeral industry, burials, cremations, and much more. At the end there is even a handy-dandy section that you can fill out to leave for your loved ones with instructions about how to dispose your body, what kind of funeral you want, etc.

It is highly informative yet not too technical, written in plain language, and in a highly readable question and answer style, so you only read that which you are interested in. I appreciated the fact that there are no gruesome or gory photographs of corpses, only drawings and historical engravings that are not too offensive to the sensitive among us.

There is obviously no love lost between the author and the funeral industry, and he frequently subtly (and not-so-subtly) condemns the outrageous costs and selling tactics used by the industry, often using dry humor or a tongue-in-cheek manner. The author also has the more positive agenda of promoting organ donations, and seeks to do that by thoroughly explaining how the process is done.

This book covers just about everything you ever wanted to know about death and the history of corpse disposal. However, it did leave out a couple of subjects which I would have been interested in reading. The first is the so-called "coffin birth" which happens when a pregnant woman dies (believe me, this is not too gory to be covered in this book, which goes into detail about decomposition, cannibalism, shrunken heads, etc.).

The other is about what options are available to families who can't afford a funeral or internment for their loved ones. I am not talking about "pauper's graves" for indigents/homeless, which is covered in the book, but simply options for low income families who have no funeral insurance and can't afford to pay thousands for a casket or even cremation - what kinds of social agencies are out there to help in these case that may offer lower cost disposals? From whom do you seek help if this happens to your family (i.e. social workers at hospitals)? These are questions that still need answers.

Overall, though, this is an impressive undertaking and is the only book you'll ever need to read for a generalized study of death.

An Encyclopedic Overview of Death & Dying.......2005-07-26

Of the many books on death and dying that I've read over the past six months, Kenneth Iserson's "Death to Dust" is by far the most comprehensive and enjoyable of the bunch. Weighing in at over 800 pages, "Death to Dust" is truly an encyclopedic approach to the subject.

Iserson divides his discussion into fourteen chapters; the shortest is about eleven pages (the introduction), while the longest is a massive 80+ pages (the average chapter length is about 50 pages). He adeptly covers all aspects of death, dying, grief, mourning, and post-mortem activities and concerns. He discusses practical matters, such as how to arrange a funeral, bodily transport across state lines, embalming, funerary rituals and etiquette, cremation, and advance directives. Iserson even includes a helpful, ten-page "Body-disposal Instructions and Discussion Guide," designed to help the living ease the inevitable burden their next of kin will face when they pass away.

However, "Death to Dust" is not simply a consumer guide. Although he does offer a wealth of practical information, he also launches into more esoteric and macabre discussions. Some chapters are certainly not for the faint of heart. If cannibalism, headhunting, corpse dismemberment, grave robbing, anatomical dissection, autopsies, or putrification give you the heebie-jeebies, read with caution! True to its encyclopedic nature, "Death to Dust" takes care to cover ALL aspects of death and dying - particularly the more unpleasant and morbid topics. Iserson approaches these subjects with a dry sense of humor. Although I thought that his witticisms spiced the book up and made his discussion more entertaining, some audiences might be taken aback by Iserson's (sometimes) light tone.

It's obvious that Iserson (or his editor!) spent a lot of time making the book easily navigable (an especially important detail in a book this size!). Each of the fourteen chapters is further sub-divided into lettered subsections (usually 25+ per chapter). The subsections each have their own heading and read like short articles, so that readers can easily browse through the book and skim over desired sections. The index and table of contents are also very detailed. Finally, Iserson has gone to great pains to cite every single reference he consulted while constructing the book - and there are many! The typical chapter has hundreds of footnotes, which are conveniently included at the end of each individual chapter.

For the macabre among us, if you buy just one book on death and dying this year, look no further - "Death to Dust" is it! Those looking to arrange for their own post-mortem plans might find the book helpful as well, although there are consumer guides designed specifically for advising individuals of wills, advance directives, organ donation, and corpse disposal ("Caring for the Dead: Your Final Act of Love," by Lisa Carlson, is an excellent place to start). I'm not sure I'd recommend "Death to Dust" to the newly bereaved, however; some of the subject matter might prove a bit upsetting. On the upside, it's easy to skip over these sections altogether, as the book is very organized.

My only gripe: Iserson included WAY too many quotes from the self-proclaimed "poet-mortician," Thomas Lynch - who, I have determined, is a gawd-awful poet with an exaggerated view of his own self-importance. I literally cringed every time Iserson included excerpts of his amateurish prose - it's just that painful.

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Very medical..........2005-04-12

...yet captivating. This tome outlines everything that happens to dead bodies, from death itself and forensic pathology to a visit to the embalmers. It outlines exactly, medically, what happens to a body upon cremation, natural decomposition and everything in between. Although there is significant medical terminology, it is written in a way that the layperson can understand. It's truly not for the squeamish but if this is your interest, you need to add this to your collection.

Good source for students of "death".......2004-04-14

Anyone considering going into the mortuary business should read this book. It will either confirm your choice of occupation or totally put you off the subject. The history of funeral practice was especially interesting. Man has always feared the unknown and death is high on the list. And history shows that humans still have not conquered that fear. This book breaks down what actually happens from your last breath until your body is disposed of, whether it be burial, cremation, autopsies, organ donation or....The glossary is useful and there is even some "gallows humor". All in all, it's worth reading.

Death to Dust. What Happens to Dead Bodies? (Book Reviews). (book review): An article from: Southern Medical Journal

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Death to Dust. What Happens to Dead Bodies? (Book Reviews). (book review): An article from: Southern Medical Journal
Ronald C. Hamdy
Manufacturer: Southern Medical Association
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Release Date: 2005-07-28

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This digital document is an article from Southern Medical Journal, published by Southern Medical Association on November 1, 2001. The length of the article is 625 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Death to Dust. What Happens to Dead Bodies? (Book Reviews). (book review)
Author: Ronald C. Hamdy
Publication: Southern Medical Journal (Refereed)
Date: November 1, 2001
Publisher: Southern Medical Association
Volume: 94 Issue: 11 Page: 1131(2)

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Death to Dust: What Happens to Dead Bodies (Hardcover)

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Death to Dust: What Happens to Dead Bodies (Hardcover)
Kenneth V. Iserson
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Death to Dust: What Happens to Dead Bodies
Kenneth V. Iserson
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