Free Atoms, Clusters, and Nanoscale Particles

An overview of the growing study and application of free atoms and clusters of atoms and molecules, incorporating all the major techniques and the major classes of elements involved, such as alkali and alkaline earths, early and late transition metals, boron, carbon, and phosphorus and sulfur. Also
This book presents coherent and systematic coverage of the broad and dynamic field of free atom and cluster atom chemistry. The text provides a comprehensive overview of the current literature and describes the mostimportant experimental techniques developed since 1980 including bimetallic clusters/catalysts, carbon clusters (fullerenes) and trapped single atoms. Metal atoms, clusters, and particles are covered in sequence with the Periodic Table.