Molecular Clusters

Clusters can be viewed as solids at the nano-scale, yet molecular cluster chemistry and solid state chemistry have traditionally been considered as separate topics. This treatment has made it conceptually difficult to appreciate commonalities of structure and bonding between the two. Using analogous models, this is the first book to form a connecting bridge. Although the focus is on clusters, sufficient attention is paid to solid-state compounds at each stage of the development to establish the interrelationship between the two topics. Comprehensive coverage of cluster types by composition, size and ligation, is provided, as is a synopsis of selected research. Written in an accessible style and highly illustrated to aid understanding, this book is suitable for researchers in inorganic chemistry, physical chemistry, materials science, and condensed matter physics.

Spis treści:
Preface. 1. Introduction
2. Main group clusters - geometric and electronic structure
3. Transition metal clusters - geometric and electronic structure
4. Isoglobal relationships between main group and transition metal fragments - connections to organometallic chemistry
5. Main group-transition metal clusters
6. Transition to the solid state
7. From molecules to extended solids
8. Interconversion of clusters and solid state materials
Appendix. Fundamental concepts - a concise review
1. Elements
2. Atomic properties
3. Homoatomic substances
4. Heteroatomic substances
Index.