CRC Handbook of Chemistry and Physics, 96th Edition (CRC Handbook of Chemistry & Physics)

Proudly serving the scientific community for over a century, this 96th edition of the CRC Handbook of Chemistry and Physics is an update of a classic reference, mirroring the growth and direction of science. This venerable work continues to be the most accessed and respected scientific reference in the world. An authoritative resource consisting of tables of data and current international recommendations on nomenclature, symbols, and units, its usefulness spans not only the physical sciences but also related areas of biology, geology, and environmental science.

The 96th edition of the Handbook includes 18 new or updated tables along with other updates and expansions. A new series highlighting the achievements of some of the major historical figures in chemistry and physics was initiated with the 94th edition. This series is continued with this edition, which is focused on Lord Kelvin, Michael Faraday, John Dalton, and Robert Boyle. This series, which provides biographical information, a list of major achievements, and notable quotations attributed to each of the renowned chemists and physicists, will be continued in succeeding editions. Each edition will feature two chemists and two physicists.

The 96th edition now includes a complimentary eBook with purchase of the print version. This reference puts physical property data and mathematical formulas used in labs and classrooms every day within easy reach.

Section 1: Basic Constants, Units, and Conversion Factors

• Descriptive Terms for Solubility

Section 8: Analytical Chemistry

• Stationary Phases for Porous Layer Open Tubular Columns








• Coolants for Cryotrapping








• Instability of HPLC Solvents








• Chlorine-Bromine Combination Isotope Intensities

Section 16: Health and Safety Information

• Materials Compatible with and Resistant to 72 Percent Perchloric Acid








• Relative Dose Ranges from Ionizing Radiation

Section 6: Fluid Properties

• Sublimation Pressure of Solids








• Vapor Pressure of Fluids at Temperatures Below 300 K

Section 7: Biochemistry

• Structure and Functions of Some Common Drugs

Section 9: Molecular Structure and Spectroscopy

• Bond Dissociation Energies

Section 11: Nuclear and Particle Physics

• Summary Tables of Particle Properties








• Table of the Isotopes

Section 14: Geophysics, Astronomy, and Acoustics

• Major World Earthquakes








• Atmospheric Concentration of Carbon Dioxide, 1958-2014








• Global Temperature Trend, 1880-2014

Section 15: Practical Laboratory Data

• Dependence of Boiling Point on Pressure

Section 16: Health and Safety Information

• Threshold Limits for Airborne Contaminants