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Connects principles, processes, and experimental techniques with current research in the continuously expanding field of photochemistry and photophysics Photochemistry and Photophysics covers a wide spectrum of concepts in photochemistry and photophysics, introducing principles, processes, and experimental techniques, with a wealth of examples of current applications and research spanning natural photosynthesis, photomedicine, photochromism, luminescent sensors, energy conversion and storage, and sustainability issues. In this Second Edition, several chapters have been revised considerably and others have been almost entirely rewritten. A number of schemes and figures have been added, and the reference list at the end of each chapter has been extended and updated. Clearly structured, the first part of the text discusses the formation, properties, and reactivity of excited states of inorganic and organic molecules and supramolecular species, and the second part focuses on photochemical and photophysical processes in natural and artificial systems. Readers will learn how photochemical and photophysical processes can be exploited for novel, unusual, and unexpected applications. Written by world-renowned experts in the field, Photochemistry and Photophysics includes information on: Formation, electronic structure, properties, chemical reactivity, and radiative and nonradiative decay of electronically excited states Fundamental concepts and theoretical approaches concerning energy transfer and electron transfer Peculiar light absorption/emission spectra and the photochemical properties of the various families of organic molecules and metal complexes Equipment, techniques, procedures, and reference data concerning photochemical and photophysical experiments, including warnings to avoid mistakes and misinterpretations Relationships between photochemical, photophysical, and electrochemical properties of molecules that enable interconversion between light and chemical energy With an appropriate mix of introductory, intermediate, and advanced content, this is an ideal textbook resource for related undergraduate and postgraduate courses. The text is also valuable for scientists already active in photochemical and photophysical research who will find helpful suggestions to undertake novel scientific projects.

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Author:   Vincenzo Balzani (University of Bologna, Italy) ,  Paola Ceroni (University of Bologna, Italy) ,  Alberto Juris (University of Bologna, Italy)
Publisher:   Wiley-VCH Verlag GmbH
Imprint:   Blackwell Verlag GmbH
Edition:   2nd edition
Dimensions:   Width: 17.00cm , Height: 1.50cm , Length: 24.40cm
Weight:   0.680kg
ISBN:  

9783527352760

ISBN 10:   3527352767
Pages:   560
Publication Date:   09 October 2024
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
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Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION Photochemistry and Photophysics in Science and Technology Historical Notes A New Dimension of Chemistry and Physics The Nature of Light Absorption of Light Quantum Yield, Efficiencies, and Excited-State Reactivity ELEMENTARY MOLECULAR ORBITAL THEORY Introduction The Hydrogen Atom Polyelectronic Atoms From Atoms to Molecules Electronic Structure of Homonuclear Diatomic Molecules Electronic Structure of Heteronuclear Diatomic Molecules Simple Polyatomic Molecules and Elements of Group Theory Typical Organic Molecules Transition Metal Complexes LIGHT ABSORPTION AND EXCITED-STATE DEACTIVATION Light Absorption Jablonski Diagram Excited-State Deactivation Chemical Reactions Kinetic Aspects Solvent and Temperature Effects Selected Molecules Semiconductors EXCITED STATES: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Excited State as a New Molecule Lifetime Energy Geometry Dipole Moments Electron Transfer Proton Transfer Excimers and Exciplexes FROM MOLECULES TO SUPRAMOLECULAR SYSTEMS Supramolecular (Multicomponent) Systems and Large Molecules Electronic Interaction in Mixed-Valence Compounds Electronic Interaction in Donor-Acceptor Complexes Electronic Stimulation and Electronic Interaction in the Excited State Formation of Excimers and Exciplexes in Supramolecular Systems QUENCHING AND SENSITIZATION PROCESSES IN MOLECULAR AND SUPRAMOLECULAR SPECIES Introduction Bimolecular Quenching Quenching and Sensitization Processes in Supramolecular Systems Energy Transfer Role of the Bridge Catalyzed Deactivation MOLECULAR ORGANIC PHOTOCHEMISTRY Introduction Alkenes and Related Compounds Aromatic Compounds Carbonyl Compounds Photochemistry of Other Organic Compounds PHOTOCHEMISTRY AND PHOTOPHYSICS OF METAL COMPLEXES Metal Complexes Photophysical Properties Photochemical Reactivity Relationships between Electrochemistry and Photochemistry Luminescent Metal Complexes Photochemical Processes INTERCONVERSION OF LIGHT AND CHEMICAL ENERGY BY BIMOLECULAR REDOX PROCESSES Light as a Reactant Light as a Product Conversion of Light into Chemical Energy Chemiluminescence Electrochemiluminescence Light Absorption Sensitizers Light Emission Sensitizers LIGHT-POWERED MOLECULAR DEVICES AND MACHINES Molecules, Self-Organization, and Covalent Synthetic Design Light Inputs and Outputs: Reading, Writing, and Erasing Molecular Devices for Information Processing Molecular Devices Based on Energy Transfer Molecular Devices Based on Electron Transfer Light-Powered Molecular Machines NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL PHOTOSYNTHESIS Energy for Spaceship Earth Natural Photosynthesis Artificial Photosynthesis Water Splitting by Semiconductor Photocatalysis EXPERIMENTAL TECHNIQUES Apparatus Steady-State Absorption and Emission Spectroscopy Time-Resolved Absorption and Emission Spectroscopy Absorption and Emission Measurements with Polarized Light Reaction Quantum Yields and Actinometry Other Techniques LIGHT CONTROL OF BIOLOGICALLY RELEVANT PROCESSES Introduction Vision Light, Skin, and Sunscreens Photochemical Damage in Living Systems Therapeutic Strategies Using Light Photocatalysis in Environmental Protection DNA Photocleavage and Charge Transport Fluorescence Bioluminescence TECHNOLOGICAL APPLICATIONS OF PHOTOCHEMISTRY AND PHOTOPHYSICS Introduction Photochromism Luminescent Sensors Optical Brightening Agents Atmospheric Photochemistry Solar Cells Electroluminescent Materials Polymers and Light Light for Chemical Synthesis GREEN (PHOTO)CHEMISTRY Definitions, Origins, and Motivations Photochemistry for Green Chemical Synthesis Photocatalysis Photocatalysis in Synthesis Photocatalytic Pollution Remediation Use of Solar Energy in Green Synthesis RESEARCH FRONTIERS Introduction Aggregation-Induced Emission Phosphorescence from Purely Organic Materials by Crystal Design Synthesis of a 2D Polymer Photocontrolled Relative Unidirectional Transit of Nonsymmetric Molecular Wire through a Molecular Ring Molecular Rotary Motors Powered by Visible Light via Energy Transfer Cooperation and Interference in Multifuncion Compounds Singlet Fission One-Color Photochromic System Photonic Modulation of Electron Transfer with Switchable Phase Inversion Dye-Sensitized Photoelectrosynthesis Cells (DSPECs) Index

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Vincenzo Balzani is Emeritus Professor of Chemistry at the University of Bologna, Italy. His scientific activity is documented by eight books and ~650 scientific papers in the fields of photochemistry, supramolecular chemistry, molecular machines, and solar energy conversion. Paola Ceroni is Professor at the University of Bologna. She has published ~250 scientific papers. Alberto Juris is former Associate Professor of General and Inorganic Chemistry at the University of Bologna.

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