The properties of solvents

Solvents are used in most chemical, pharmaceutical and laboratory processes.

As a result, their physical and chemical properties provide vital information for their optimal selection.

This text contains information on over 250 solvents.

It answers key questions including; What hazards are connected with the use of a specific solvent?

How can the molecular order of a solvent be described?

Is water a unique solvent? Which solvent should be selected for my application?

It also presents previously uncovered material such as listings of molecular sizes, the concepts of order, softness and acid/base data, thermodynamic, electrical, optical and transport properties.