The Science of Light and Matter: Delving into the Realm of Photochemistry

(Autor)

Buch | Softcover
222 Seiten
2024
tredition (Verlag)
978-3-384-23400-1 (ISBN)
27,39 inkl. MwSt
The world is a symphony of light and matter, constantly interacting in unseen ways. "The Science of Light and Matter" unveils the captivating world of photochemistry, where light becomes the conductor, orchestrating dramatic transformations at the molecular level.This book delves into the fascinating interplay between light and molecules. You'll learn how light can be absorbed by molecules, exciting them to higher energy states. Witness how these excited molecules can then react in unique ways, breaking apart, forming new bonds, or triggering a cascade of chemical reactions."The Science of Light and Matter" explores the far-reaching applications of photochemistry. From the natural world, where sunlight powers photosynthesis in plants, to human innovation, where photochemistry is used in areas like photography, solar energy conversion, and even medicine.The book also dives into the world of cutting-edge research, where scientists are harnessing light to create new materials, develop cleaner energy sources, and understand complex biological processes.Whether you're a science enthusiast or simply curious about the unseen forces that shape our world, "The Science of Light and Matter" offers a captivating glimpse into the magic of photochemistry.

This book explores the intersection of laser technology and atmospheric studies, focusing on spectroscopic techniques for analyzing atmospheric composition, remote sensing, and environmental monitoring. It highlights the potential of laser-based methods in advancing our understanding of atmospheric processes and addressing environmental challenges.

Erscheint lt. Verlag 20.5.2024
Verlagsort mh
Sprache englisch
Maße 155 x 234 mm
Gewicht 380 g
Themenwelt Naturwissenschaften Chemie
Naturwissenschaften Geowissenschaften Mineralogie / Paläontologie
Schlagworte Absorption of light • Bond breaking and formation • Electronic transitions • Excited states of molecules • Free radical reactions • Jablonski diagram • Laws of photochemistry (Grotthuss-Draper Law, Einstein's photoelectric effect) • Photoisomerization • Photophysical processes (fluorescence, phosphorescence) • photosynthesis • Quantum mechanics and light-matter interaction
ISBN-10 3-384-23400-6 / 3384234006
ISBN-13 978-3-384-23400-1 / 9783384234001
Zustand Neuware
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