Infrared Spectroscopy (Analytical Chemistry By Open Learning)

The title 'infrared spectroscopy' is used to define a specific region of the electromagnetic spectrum. This region is much used in industry and elsewhere. The results are unusual because frequently they can apparently be interpreted in simple classical empirical terms; this means some care should be taken to grasp the connections with related spectroscopic methods. To cover the needs of readers who know either very little, or a fair amount of particular aspects, the book is divided into seven fairly self-contained parts. The introduction places infrared spectroscopy in a general context and provides a basic foundation of theory. The second part concerns instrumentation, dispersive, Fourier transform methods and computer interfacing, and links closely to the third section which concerns sample handling techniques and the various accessories. Spectrum interpretation from the point of view of group frequencies and the important special case of hydrogen bonding are then discussed. Concluding with quantitative analysis of various kinds and a general consideration of structure determination.