Wiley Organogermanium Compounds: Theory, Experiment, and Applications

Gain a deep understanding of organogermanium chemistry with this comprehensive two-volume reference from Wiley. Although discovered later in the history of chemistry, germanium has evolved into a technology-critical element essential to modern industry. This set provides a thorough look at the theory, experimental data, and practical applications of these unique compounds. Readers will explore the properties of germanium and its inorganic and organic derivatives. These substances play a vital role in various high-tech fields, including fiber- and infrared-optics, electronics, and nanotechnology. The text also covers applications in polymerization catalysis, solar electric technology, and chemotherapy. For those working with microelectronics, the detailed information on organogermanium compounds containing carbon-to-germanium chemical bonds offers significant value for research and industrial development.