Infrared and Raman spectroscopy : methods and applications

This book is an excellent introduction to vibrational spectroscopy for scientists in academia and industry. Both infrared and Raman spectroscopy are covered comprehensively and up-to-date. Therefore the book may also be used as a handbook for easy reference. Written in the language of chemists, it explains the basic theory and instrumentation, the interpretation and evaluation of spectra. Furthermore numerous, worked-out examples of practical applications are presented. Therefore the reader is enabled to apply infrared and Raman spectroscopy for solving his own problem and to design suitable e.  Read more... Infrared and Rarnan Spectroscopy; Table of Contents; 1 Early history of vibrational spectroscopy; 2 General survey of vibrational spectroscopy; 3 Tools for infrared and Raman spectroscopy; 4 Vibrational spectroscopy of different classes and states of compounds; 5 Evaluation procedures; 6 Special techniques and applications; 7 Character tables; 8 Literature; 9 Index