An introduction to hypervalent molecules, this text examines underlying principles of main group compounds and organometallic compounds. It discusses the structure and reaction of both organic compounds such as silicon, phosphorous, sulphur, iodine, and xenon, and also the structure and character of inorganic molecules, including antimony, tin, and lithium.

Forging a new association; main group elements and organic chemistry

Covering the essentials of all main group elements in organic chemistry, along with the synthesis and reactions of their organic compounds in just one volume, Organo Main Group Chemistry breaks important new ground. While main group chemistry has traditionally been classified as part of inorganic chemistry, this book establishes the organic chemistry of main group elements for the first time.

The organic compounds of elements in the second period of the periodic table, which are centered around carbon, are...