
The Third Dimension
Royal Society of Chemistry (Publisher)
Published on 18. July 2002
Book
Paperback/Softback
240 pages
978-0-85404-660-7 (ISBN)
Description
The three-dimensional aspects of molecular shape can be crucial to both properties and reactions. The Third Dimension explores the arrangements of atoms in molecules and in different types of solids. Initial chapters describe the common crystal structures and how they are related to close-packed arrangements of ions. Metallic, ionic, molecular and extended covalent crystals are covered; major types of crystal defects are also discussed. The book then introduces isomerism, and explores the stereochemical consequences of the tetrahedral carbon atom. Chirality is also investigated. The book concludes with a Case Study on Liquid Crystals, which describes structures, properties and applications. As visualisation in 3D is an important part of this book, the accompanying CD-ROMs provide video material, interactive questions and exercises using models to aid understanding of crystals, organic molecules and stereochemistry. All necessary programs are provided. The Molecular World series provides an integrated introduction to all branches of chemistry for both students wishing to specialise and those wishing to gain a broad understanding of chemistry and its relevance to the everyday world and to other areas of science. The books, with their Case Studies and accompanying multi-media interactive CD-ROMs, will also provide valuable resource material for teachers and lecturers. (The CD-ROMs are designed for use on a PC running Windows 95, 98, ME or 2000.)
Reviews / Votes
"... a very readable style for introductory students and gives helpful hints with concepts students often find difficult." * Australian Journal of Chemistry, 2002, 55, 487-489 * "... [the] computer-based material ... is well thought out and is excellently presented ...questions and model exercises are well thought out ... The learning process is excellently aided through the computer-based activities and handling of the drawing and modelling programmes ..." * J Chem Soc Perkin Transactions 1, No 19, 7 October 2002, p 2205 * "A good addition to any undergraduate library and a useful supplement to courses covering structure and crystals." * CHOICE, Vol 40, No 7, March 2003 * "This is an excellent book, and very fit for purpose." * School Science Review, Issue No 309, 2003 * "The strength of this title, apart from the clear writing style, is the quality of graphics both in the book and on the CD-ROM." * School Science Review, September 2003, 85, (310), p 135-136 *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Cambridge
United Kingdom
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Undergraduates
Product notice
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Illustrations
1 CD-ROM
Dimensions
Height: 262 mm
Width: 210 mm
Thickness: 14 mm
Weight
821 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-85404-660-7 (9780854046607)
Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Additional editions

Lesley E. Smart | J. M. F. Gagan
Third Dimension
E-Book
10/2007
1st Edition
Royal Society of Chemistry
€34.99
Available for download
Content
Part 1 Crystals: Introduction;
Structures of Metals;
The Internal Structure of a Crystal;
Ionic Solids;
Ionic Radii;
Extended Covalent Structures;
Molecular Crystals;
Defects in Crystals;
Part 2 Molecular Shape: The Tetrahedral Carbon Atom;
Molecular Conformation;
The Representation of Molecules;
Constitutional (Structural) Isomerism;
Stereoisomers of Molecules containing Double Bonds;
Chirality;
Molecules with more than one Chiral Atom;
Stereochemistry of Saturated Ring Compounds;
Case Study: Liquid Crystals - The Fourth State of Matter.
Structures of Metals;
The Internal Structure of a Crystal;
Ionic Solids;
Ionic Radii;
Extended Covalent Structures;
Molecular Crystals;
Defects in Crystals;
Part 2 Molecular Shape: The Tetrahedral Carbon Atom;
Molecular Conformation;
The Representation of Molecules;
Constitutional (Structural) Isomerism;
Stereoisomers of Molecules containing Double Bonds;
Chirality;
Molecules with more than one Chiral Atom;
Stereochemistry of Saturated Ring Compounds;
Case Study: Liquid Crystals - The Fourth State of Matter.