Thin-Layer Chromatography
A Modern Practical Approach
Peter Wall author Roger M Smith editor
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Royal Society of Chemistry
Published:17th Jun '05
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This guide offers a comprehensive introduction to Thin-Layer Chromatography, detailing essential techniques and recent advancements in the field.
This practical guide serves as an invaluable introduction to Thin-Layer Chromatography, making it an essential resource for both undergraduate students and practicing chromatographers. It delves into the fundamental principles, procedures, and common pitfalls associated with the practical application of this modern chromatographic technique.
Thin-Layer Chromatography is presented in a structured manner that mirrors the workflow of a chromatographer, with each chapter dedicated to a specific step in the process. Readers will find guidance on selecting the most suitable sorbent for their intended separation, as well as the necessary pre-treatment for their samples. The book covers the application of samples to the sorbent layer, the development procedure, and techniques for visualization and detection, culminating in methods for quantification.
In addition to the core techniques, the book also explores imaging and hyphenation techniques, providing a comprehensive overview of why certain methods are recommended. Recent advancements in the field are also discussed, ensuring that readers are updated on the latest developments in Thin-Layer Chromatography. Overall, Thin-Layer Chromatography: A Modern Practical Approach is an essential guide for those looking to enhance their understanding and application of this powerful analytical tool.
...a complete, well organized, systematic and eminently readable introductory manual....his work can be followed by students with no prior experience of chromatography and separation science at all. Comprehensive work is easy to read and understand and can really save a lot of laboratory time for novice researchers.....this book will be also invaluable for more experienced analysts.....the author uses a simple and accessible form to illustrate important principles from theory to providing basic experience in handling the equipment used for simple separation protocols and more sophisticated planar chromatographic methods including hyphenated techniques.
* Analytical and Bioanalytical Chemistry, (2006), 386: 204-205 (Pawel K Zarzycki) *This book can be recommended to industrial chemists wishing to refine their TLC expertise, and it will help them to understand how to achieve better separations.
* Organic Process Research and Development, Vol.10, No.4, 2006 *A useful addition to the literature on thin-layer chromatography.Most useful for the person starting from a limited background in modern thin-layer chromatography interested in gaining a general perspective of the technique.
* Chromatographia, January 2006, Vol.63, No.1/2, 103-105 (C F PoolISBN: 9780854045358
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Weight: 1002g
204 pages