Introduction to Phosphorous Chemistry

This 1981 introduction to the chemistry of a single element, phosphorus, covers many of the major themes of chemistry.

Harold Goldwhite (Author)

9780521297578, Cambridge University Press

Paperback, published 30 April 1981

128 pages
22.9 x 15.2 x 0.8 cm, 0.2 kg

This 1981 introduction to the chemistry of a single element, phosphorus, covers many of the major themes of chemistry. Important in inorganic and organic chemistry and in biochemistry, phosphorus is also of considerable economic significance and plays a vital role in the biosphere. By presenting a detailed treatment of selected topics, this book provides a concise account of phosphorus chemistry suitable for anyone with an interest in the field. The book provides a survey of phosphorus compounds by structural and bond types, a review of physical methods in phosphorus chemistry, a review of basicity and co-ordination chemistry of phosphorus donors, a discussion of phosphorus in its group, and a chapter on reagents containing phosphorus in general chemistry. A critical bibliography introduces the reader to the advanced literature. S. I. Units are used throughout, but c.g.s units are also given when appropriate.

Preface
Notes on nomenclature
1. Introduction to phosphorous chemistry
2. Survey of structural types, geometries and reactions
3. Physical methods in phosphorous chemistry
4. The bond to phosphorus
5. Phosphorus of C.N.3
6. Phosphorus of C.N.4
7. Phosphorus of C.N.5
8. Phosphorus in its group
9. Phosphorus reagents in chemistry
Appendices
Suggestions for further reading
Bibliography
Index.

Subject Areas: Organic chemistry [PNN]