- Paperback: 176 pages
- Publisher: OUP Oxford (24 Dec 2009)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0199569045
- ISBN-13: 978-0199569045
- Product Dimensions: 24.4 x 18.6 x 1.2 cm
- Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
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- #81 in Books > Science & Nature > Chemistry > Crystallography
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Principles of X-ray Crystallography would be an extremely useful text to use alongside an undergraduate course. It is reasonably priced, so would be an excellent primer to the subject for beginner postgraduate students too. The Higher Education Academy UK Physical Sciences Centre
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X-ray crystallography has long been a powerful tool in the elucidation of the three-dimensional structures of small molecules and macromolecules. Yet, despite its power, it is a technically challenging subject which those new to the technique often find daunting. Principles of X-ray Crystallography provides a clear, succinct guide to the three-dimensional world of molecules, which is perfect for anyone encountering the technique for the first time. Using a direct and simple writing voice, and enriching the text with real examples, diagrams, exercises, and activities, it seeks to engage the reader in the challenge of visualizing three-dimensional structures, rather than daunting them with excessive theoretical detail. Drawing on valuable experience gained from teaching this subject to undergraduates, the author adopts a tutorial-type approach that leads the reader through key concepts in a carefully-structured and evenly-paced manner, providing the right level of detail to ensure clarity, without overwhelming them with information. With an understanding of three-dimensional structure being so central to the understanding of molecular function, Principles of X-ray Crystallography is the perfect guide for anyone needing to gain a working insight into x-ray crystallography. Online Resource Centre The Online Resource Centre accompanying Principles of X-ray Crystallography features: For registered adopters of the book: · Figures from the book in electronic format, ready to download · PowerPoint slide sets for each chapter For students: · A library of annotated web links · Datasets related to topics discussed in the book
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Format:Paperback
Principles of x-ray crystallography by Li-ling Ooi is a brave entry into an area where there are a number of excellent short introductory texts (e.g. Crystallography Made Crystal Clear by Rhodes) as well as more definitive accounts (e.g. Principles of Protein Crystallography by Drenth, Biomolecular Crystallography by Rupp as well as the IUCr series which contain numerous excellent texts on all aspects of crystallography....etc etc).
Principles of x-ray crystallography is a frustrating read on two significant levels. First is the lopsided emphasis on units cells and space groups, whereas other aspects are delivered in one line of mathematics. Secondly, there are numerous errors which must seriously question whether this is sutable for the uninitiated.
In summary, I would direct new students of crystallography to other well-established texts.
Dr M. Crispin
Oriel College, Oxford
Principles of x-ray crystallography is a frustrating read on two significant levels. First is the lopsided emphasis on units cells and space groups, whereas other aspects are delivered in one line of mathematics. Secondly, there are numerous errors which must seriously question whether this is sutable for the uninitiated.
In summary, I would direct new students of crystallography to other well-established texts.
Dr M. Crispin
Oriel College, Oxford
Format:Paperback
As a student just starting research in crystallography I found the book incredibly useful, with easily understood language and descriptive diagrams and figures. The book also includes some 'self-test' questions with the answers provided later in the book which have proved very useful. I would recommend this book
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