Linearly Polarized IR Spectroscopy: Theory and Applications for Structural Analysis

Polarization IR spectroscopy is a technique that is useful in the study of pharmaceutical products and biological molecules. Linearly Polarized IR Spectroscopy: Theory and Applications for Structural Analysis demonstrates how the technique can be properly utilized to obtain important information about the structure and spectral properties of oriented compounds. It covers the theoretical basis of linear-dichroic infrared (IR-LD) spectroscopy, the orientation method of colloid suspensions in a nematic host, the structural elucidation of inorganic and organic compounds and glasses, and applications in pharmaceutical analysis and the chemistry of dyes.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 23 May 2019
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Polarization IR spectroscopy, a valuable technique in the study of pharmaceutical products and biological molecules, has undergone remarkable development since its inception nearly a century ago. In Linearly Polarized IR Spectroscopy: Theory and Applications for Structural Analysis, the current state of the science is showcased, highlighting how this technique can be effectively employed to gain essential insights into the structure and spectral properties of oriented compounds.

The book begins by delving into the theoretical foundations of linear-dichroic infrared (IR-LD) spectroscopy, providing a solid foundation for subsequent chapters. It then explores the background of the orientation method, which involves the manipulation of colloid suspensions within a nematic host, leading to the formation of oriented structures. The authors delve into the intricacies of the orientation procedure, experimental design, and the mathematical tools employed to interpret IR spectroscopic patterns.

Moving forward, the book focuses on the structural elucidation of inorganic and organic compounds, as well as glasses. It discusses various methods employed, such as X-ray crystallography, NMR spectroscopy, and electron microscopy, in conjunction with polarized IR spectroscopy to unravel the intricate structures of these materials. The authors also explore applications in pharmaceutical analysis and the chemistry of dyes, highlighting the significance of polarized IR spectroscopy in these fields.

With over 140 illustrations and a color insert, the book not only provides a comprehensive overview of the polarized IR spectroscopy method but also elucidates its limitations. It serves as a valuable resource for specialists in IR spectroscopy as well as those engaged in structural analysis. By advancing the field toward the development of an inherently classical method for the structural characterization of compounds, this volume contributes significantly to our understanding of molecular structures and their properties.

Weight: 384g
Dimension: 155 x 235 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781138112858