Photochemistry of Organic Compounds: From Concepts to Practice provides a hands-on guide demonstrating the underlying principles of photochemistry and, by reference to a range of organic reaction types, its effective use in the synthesis of new organic compounds and in various applications.
The book presents a complete and methodical approach to the topic,
- Working from basic principles, discussing key techniques and studies of reactive intermediates, and illustrating synthetic photochemical procedures.
- Incorporating special topics and case studies covering various applications of photochemistry in chemistry, environmental sciences, biochemistry, physics, medicine, and industry.
- Providing extensive references to the original literature and to review articles.
- Concluding with a chapter on retrosynthetic photochemistry, listing key reactions to aid the reader in designing their own synthetic pathways. 
This book will be a valuable source of information and inspiration for postgraduates as well as professionals from a wide range of chemical and natural sciences.
1. Introduction. 1.1 Who’s Afraid Of Photochemistry?
1.2 Electromagnetic Radiation.
1.3 Perception Of Colour.
1.4 Electronic States: Elements Of Molecular Quantum Mechanics.
1.5 Problems.
2. A Crash Course In Photophysics And A Classification Of Primary Photoreactions.
2.1 Photophysical Processes.
2.2 Energy Transfer, Quenching and Sensitization.
2.3 A Classification of Photochemical Reaction Pathways.
2.4 Problems.
3. Techniques And Methods.
3.1 Light Sources, l#A
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