Sonochemistry: From Basic Principles to Innovative Applications [Hardcover]

The series Topics in Current Chemistry Collections presents critical reviews from the journal Topics in Current Chemistry organized in topical volumes. The scope of coverage is all areas of chemical science including the interfaces with related disciplines such as biology, medicine and materials science. The goal of each thematic volume is to give the non-specialist reader, whether in academia or industry, a comprehensive insight into an area where new research is emerging which is of interest to a larger scientific audience.
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Theory of Sonochemistry.- Advances in Green Organic Sonochemistry.- Nanostructured Materials Synthesis Using Ultrasound.- Synthesis of Photoactive Materials by Sonication: Application in Photocatalysis and Solar Cells.- The Role of Ultrasound on Advanced Oxidation Processes.- Effects of Ultrasonic Disintegration of Excess Sewage Sludge.- Combined Microwaves/Ultrasound, a Hybrid Technology.- Ultrasound in Combination with Ionic Liquids: Studied Applications and Perspectives.- Synergy of Microfluidics and Ultrasound.- Sonochemical Reactors.The series Topics in Current Chemistry Collections presents critical reviews from the journal&nl³.