The only introduction into the exciting chemistry of Lanthanides and Actinides. The book is based on a number of courses on "f elements"The author has a long experience in teaching this field of chemistryLanthanides have become very common elements in research and technology applications; this book offers the basic knowledgeThe book offers insights into a vast range of applications, from lasers to synthesisThe Inorganic Chemistry: A Textbook series reflects the pivotal role of modern inorganic and physical chemistry in a whole range of emerging areas, such as materials chemistry, green chemistry and bioinorganic chemistry, as well as providing a solid grounding in established areas such as solid state chemistry, coordination chemistry, main group chemistry and physical inorganic chemistry.Lanthanide and Actinide Chemistry is a one-volume account of the Lanthanides (including scandium and yttrium), the Actinides and the Transactinide elements, intended as an introductory treatment for u
