Fourth Edition
edited by Robert L. Grob
and Eugene F. Barry

The "bible" of gas chromatography–offering everything the professional and the novice need to know about running, maintaining, and interpreting the results from GC!

Analytical chemists, technicians, and scientists in allied disciplines have come to regard Modern Practice of Gas Chomatography as the standard reference in gas chromatography. In addition to serving as an invaluable reference for the experienced practitioner, this bestselling work provides the beginner with a solid understanding of gas chromatographic theory and basic techniques.

This new Fourth Edition incorporates the most recent developments in the field, including entirely new chapters on:

• Gas chromatography/mass spectrometry (GC/MS)
• Optimization of separations and computer assistance
• High speed or fast gas chromatography
• Mobile phase requirements: gas system requirements and sample preparation techniques
• Qualitative and quantitative analysis by GC
• Updated information on detectors
• Validation and QA/QC of chromatographic methods
• Useful hints for good gas chromatography

As in previous editions, contributing authors have been chosen for their expertise and active participation in their respective areas. Modern Practice of Gas Chromatography, Fourth Edition presents a well-rounded and comprehensive overview of the current state of this important technology, providing a practical reference that will greatly appeal to both experienced chomatographers and novices.

Contents

1. Introduction
1. Theory and Basics
   2. Theory of Gas Chromatography
   3. Columns: Packed and Capillary/Column Selection in Gas Chromatography
   4. Optimization of Separations and Computer Assistance
   5. High-Speed Gas Chromatography

2. Techniques and Instrumentation
   6. Detectors in Modern Gas Chromatography
   7. Techniques for Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry
   8. Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis by Gas Chromatography
   9. Inlet Systems for Gas Chromatography
   10. Gas Management Systems for Gas Chromatography

3. Applications
   11. Sample Preparation Techniques for Gas Chromatography
   12. Physicochemical Measurements by Gas Chromatography
   13. Petroleum and Petrochemical Analysis by Gas Chromatography
   14. Clinical and Pharmaceutical Applications of Gas Chromatography
   15. Environmental Applications of Gas Chromatography
   16. Forensic Science Applications of Gas Chromatography
   17. Validation, QA/QC of Gas Chromatographic Methods

Appendix A: Effect of Detector Attenuation Change and Chart Speed on Peak Height, Peak Width, and Peak Area
Appendix B: Gas Chromatographic Acronyms and Symbols and Their Definitions
Appendix C: Useful Hints for Gas Chromatography

Index

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