This book presents a systematic approach to the identification of unknown organic compounds through qualitative chemical analysis and instrumental techniques. It covers separation methods, purification, functional group identification, chemical tests, and spectroscopic analysis, making it an essential laboratory text for chemistry students and researchers.

Dedicated to qualitative organic chemistry, this book explains how to identify organic compounds through step-by-step instructions. Topics include elemental analysis, solubility, infrared, nuclear magnetic resonance and mass spectra; classification tests; and preparation of a derivative. Most directions for experiments are described in micro or mini scales. Discusses chromatography, distillations and the separation of mixtures. Questions and problems emphasize the skills required in identifying unknown samples. Contents same as US/UK editions.