Thin LayerChromatography is one of the most useful, generally applicable and inexpensive analytical techniques available to the analytical laboratory. In this concise but comprehensive book, by a renowned author, both the physico-chemical principles and their practical application are explained and illustrated with many useful examples. This book will be of great value not only to the beginner, but also to the more experienced analytical practitioner, enabling a deep understanding of the molecular science behind TLC, the subtlety of the phase systems employed, and facilitating the wise choise of operating conditions to effect a particular separation. The book's wide coverage, clear illustrations and easily readable text will make it an accessible and indispensable asset to the laboratory scientist and technician.Approximately 100 printed pages.Many clear diagrams and illustrationsA wide range of practical examplesA very handy book for analytical chemists, students and scientists.