CHEM 301: Lab in Chemical Structure and Reactivity (HC) Fall 2023

As you are learning new experimental techniques and considering new topics for future research (for instance, for developing a research proposal), it is helpful to start with sources written as introductions to the techniques or topics.  Reading these will help you:

• Learn basic information and vocabulary about a topic you might not know a lot about yet
   
• Determine the current status of research in your area of interest
   
• Decide if the topic you're thinking about is the right fit for you

See below for some ways to find this type of information.

These textbooks may be especially helpful.

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These other helpful textbooks can be found in the science library as well.

Choose "Books + Media" to eliminate journal articles.

Not finding what you need? See below to find books outside the TriCo.

Use WorldCat to find books in libraries all over the country! If you find a book not owned by the TriCo, you can request to borrow it from another institution using Interlibrary Loan.

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Find more reference sources in Tripod by combining your search words with "encyclopedia" or "handbook" or "dictionary". 

e.g. chemistry AND handbook

Also try browsing the current periodicals in the science library!