Thomas Roy Crompton Bücher

Focusing on practical aspects of polymer analysis, this book provides detailed methods for examining both major polymers and minor non-polymeric components in formulations. It discusses a comprehensive scheme for polymer examination, incorporating both modern and classical analytical techniques. The text emphasizes the importance of classifying polymers by separating them into pure and non-polymeric fractions, followed by qualitative and quantitative elemental analyses, and in some cases, functional group analysis.

The book provides a comprehensive review of the analysis of organometallic compounds, highlighting significant advancements in the field over the past sixteen years. It includes new chapters on environmental analysis and the use of metal chelates for detecting low concentrations of organic metals. The author notes a shift in research focus from analysis methods to their application in environmental contexts, addressing the presence of elements like mercury and lead in various ecosystems. This timely exploration emphasizes the health implications of these compounds for both humans and wildlife.

The book addresses the critical issue of pollution in oceans and rivers, emphasizing the need for effective control measures to prevent environmental destruction. T. R. Crompton compiles current information and analytical methods essential for professionals in environmental protection and toxicology, highlighting the importance of sustainable practices in managing water bodies.

This book provides comprehensive methodologies for the detection and analysis of toxic organic chemicals in natural environments, focusing on water, sediments, and soils. It covers various analytical techniques, including sample preparation and instrumentation, to ensure accurate measurement of pollutants. The text emphasizes the importance of monitoring these chemicals for environmental protection and public health. With detailed protocols and case studies, it serves as an essential resource for researchers and professionals in environmental science and toxicology.

The presence of deliberately added or adventitious organic and inorganic compounds in soils can cause contamination of the crops which are grown on the land or animals feeding on the land, and, consequently can cause adverse toxic effects on man, animals, birds and insect life. Also, drainage of these substances from the soil by rainwater can cause pollution of adjacent streams, then rivers and, eventually, the oceans. The purpose of this book is to draw together the world-wide literature on the occurrence and analytical determination of all types of organic, organometallic and inorganic compounds in soils, animals, crops, plants, grains, dairy products and processed foods. Animal feed and fertilizers are also discussed.

In recent years, advancements in sensitivity have enabled true ultra-trace metal determinations in water, while resolving complex organic mixtures in seawater at very low detection limits has also become feasible. This surge of interest in micro-constituents from both environmental and nutrient balance perspectives coincides with the emergence of advanced instrumentation tailored to meet analytical demands. This comprehensive compilation presents proven methods for chemical analysis of seawater, featuring 45 tables and 48 figures. The author organizes the methods logically, facilitating easy learning and understanding of available instrumentation. Practitioners can effectively implement these methods in their laboratories for quick and reliable application. Additionally, detailed descriptions empower analysts to develop new methods tailored to emerging analytes. Covering both classical and cutting-edge physical techniques, this volume serves as an invaluable resource for analysts, oceanographers, fisheries experts, and policymakers involved in seawater environmental protection.

The author has drawn together almost all published methods since 1975 on the determination of anions in all types of matrices. He presents the methods in a logical manner so that the reader can quickly gain access to the method and types of instrumentation available.