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Book cover image of Modern Practice of Gas Chromatography by Robert L. Grob PhD

Authors: Robert L. Grob PhD (Editor), Eugene F. Barry PhD
ISBN-13: 9780471229834, ISBN-10: 0471229830
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: Wiley, John & Sons, Incorporated
Date Published: May 2004
Edition: 4th Edition

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Author Biography: Robert L. Grob PhD

ROBERT L. GROB, PhD, is Professor Emeritus of Analytical Chemistry at Villanova University and a consultant in analytical and environmental chemistry. His previous books include Environmental Problem-Solving Using Gas and Liquid Chromatography (with Dr. Mary A. Kaiser of the DuPont Company), Chromatographic Analysis of the Environment, and three editions of this text. Dr. Grob is the recipient of the Stephen Dal Nogare Award in Chromatography, the EAS Award in Separation Science, and the Father Daniel Egan Award (from his undergraduate alma mater) for Excellence in Science and Teaching. Dr. Grob received his BS in Chemistry from the Franciscan University of Steubenville and his MS and PhD in Analytical Chemistry from the University of Virginia.

EUGENE F. BARRY, PhD, is Professor of Chemistry and Chair of the Chemistry Department at the University of Massachusetts, Lowell. Dr. Barry has lectured in numerous short courses on GC, HPLC, and Capillary Electrophoresis. Along with Dr. Grob, he is coinstructor of the popular short course "Practical Gas Chromatography: Packed and Capillary Columns," annually presented at the Eastern Analytical Symposium and the Pittsburgh Conference. He is author or coauthor of over 100 publications and has several patents. He received his BS in Chemistry from Villanova University and his PhD in Analytical Chemistry from the University of Rhode Island.

Book Synopsis

The bible of gas chromatography–offering everything the professional and the novice need to know about running, maintaining, and interpreting the results from GC

Analytical chemists, technicians, and scientists in allied disciplines have come to regard Modern Practice of Gas Chomatography as the standard reference in gas chromatography. In addition to serving as an invaluable reference for the experienced practitioner, this bestselling work provides the beginner with a solid understanding of gas chromatographic theory and basic techniques.

This new Fourth Edition incorporates the most recent developments in the field, including entirely new chapters on gas chromatography/mass spectrometry (GC/MS); optimization of separations and computer assistance; high speed or fast gas chromatography; mobile phase requirements: gas system requirements and sample preparation techniques; qualitative and quantitative analysis by GC; updated information on detectors; validation and QA/QC of chromatographic methods; and useful hints for good gas chromatography.

As in previous editions, contributing authors have been chosen for their expertise and active participation in their respective areas. Modern Practice of Gas Chromatography, Fourth Edition presents a well-rounded and comprehensive overview of the current state of this important technology, providing a practical reference that will greatly appeal to both experienced chomatographers and novices.

Booknews

A comprehensive reference for analytical chemists, technicians, and scientists in related disciplines, presenting the principles, applications, and techniques of gas chromatography. This revised and updated edition includes new chapters on gas chromatography/mass spectroscopy, optimizing separations using GC, forensic applications of GC, and the use of injection systems. It provides expanded coverage of instrumentation and updated information on detectors, qualitative and quantitative analysis by GC, and environmental applications of GC. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Table of Contents

1Introduction1
2Theory of gas chromatography25
3Columns : packed and capillary; column selection in gas chromatography65
4Optimization of separations and computer assistance193
5High-speed gas chromatography229
6Detectors in modern gas chromatography277
7Techniques for gas chromatography/mass spectrometry339
8Qualitative and quantitative analysis by gas chromatography403
9Inlet systems for gas chromatography461
10Gas management systems for gas chromatography491
11Sample preparation techniques for gas chromatography547
12Physicochemical measurements by gas chromatography605
13Petroleum and petrochemical analysis by gas chromatography643
14Clinical and pharmaceutical applications of gas chromatography739
15Environmental applications of gas chromatography769
16Forensic science applications of gas chromatography883
17Validation and QA/QC of gas chromatographic methods969
App. AEffect of detector attenuation change and chart speed on peak height, peak width, and peak area991
App. BGas chromatographic acronyms and symbols and their definitions995
App. CUseful hints for gas chromatography1007

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