AOAC Publications | Basic Calculations for Chemical and Biological Analysis

Basic Calculations for Chemical and Biological Analysis, 2nd Edition

Bassey J.S. Efiok, Etim Effiong Eduok

Completely revised, this 2nd Edition contains many more examples and three new chapters. Advanced and practical enough for even experienced scientists in the chemical and biomedical sciences, yet simple enough for a high school senior, this publication will help users understand and apply basic biochemical calculations, using simple and consistent techniques. Whether you need a review of how to apply general principles to specific quantitative problems or simply a less complex technique, this book will fill the need.

Each chapter includes concise descriptions and definitions for the basic principles; derivation of basic equations or concepts used for calculations; relevant techniques and their applications; and practical examples.

Contents
Reagent Quantitation: Calculating Amounts, and Concentrations; Preparation Guidelines. New!—Calculations Involving Chemical Reaction and Stoichiometry. New!—Properties of Gases and Colligative Properties of Solutions. Buffers: Principles, Calculations, and Preparation. Spectrophotometry: Basic Principles and Quantitative Applications. Enzyme Assays and Activity. Radioactivity and Related Calculations. New!—Analytical Calculations Using Spreadsheets and Reporting Results into Laboratory Information Management Systems. Quick reference guides to abbreviations, SI units, and selected equations. Miscellaneous examples. Appendixes. References.