"Oxidation in Organic Chemistry" by Kenneth B. Wiberg, ISBN: 9780127480503

"Oxidation in Organic Chemistry" is a comprehensive and authoritative reference book that covers various aspects of oxidation reactions in organic chemistry. Edited by renowned chemist Kenneth B. Wiberg, it features contributions from leading experts in the field and examines: • Fundamental concepts: The book establishes the theoretical foundation of oxidation reactions, explaining fundamental concepts like bond dissociation energies, electron transfer mechanisms, and the role of oxidation states. • Mechanistic pathways: It explores diverse mechanistic pathways involved in organic oxidations, including radical mechanisms, single-electron transfers, and concerted processes. • Specific oxidants: The book delves into specific oxidants commonly used in organic synthesis, detailing their properties, reactivities, and applications in various types of oxidation reactions. • Applications and examples: It showcases the vast array of applications of organic oxidation reactions across different subfields of chemistry, including synthesis of natural products, pharmaceuticals, and functional materials.