The separation of a mixture into its individual components is one of the most fundamental procedures in analytical and industrial chemistry. This classic book in analytical chemistry provides a comprehensive yet systematic outline of all known separation methods. Through its detailed treatment of the basic principles of separation possibilities, it not only covers what is currently known, but also represents a treasure trove of methods that are still awaiting further development. It is clearly structured and contains interesting examples, further reading and a detailed index. An indispensable book for advanced students of natural sciences (chemistry, biochemistry, food chemistry, pharmacy, clinical chemistry, environmental sciences) and technology (chemical engineering, chemical-physical measurement& biotechnology), as well as teachers of these disciplines.

Reinhold Nießner, Institute of Hydrochemistry/ Chair of Analytical Chemistry, Technical University of Munich. Co-editor of the ACS journal "Analytical Chemistry". Author of nearly 500 scientific publications. Awards: Emanuel Merck Prize for Analytical Chemistry (1990), Smoluchowski Prize for Aerosol Research of the Society for Aerosol Research (1991), Fritz Pregl Medal of the Austrian Society for Analytical Chemistry (1996), Fresenius Prize for Analytical Chemistry of the Society of German Chemists (2000).