Instrumental Methods of Analysis

Instrumental Methods of Analysis discusses the fundamental concepts and their applications for day-to-day analysis of a wide range of compounds. These instruments are used widely in quality control laboratories, research institutes, forensic laboratories and diagnostic centres to mention a few. The book provides a comprehensive overview of each method such as electromagnetic radiation, ultraviolet, infrared, atomic and NMR spectrometry, liquid and gas chromatography, X-ray diffraction techniques and fluorescence and phosphorescence. It is written in simple, easy-to-grasp language, with hundreds of diagrams, solved problems and practice problems. There is even a section on the upkeep of instruments. Students, teachers and researchers alike will find Instrumental Methods of Analysis an invaluable and exhaustive source of information.