LibGuides: Chemistry: Getting Started

Getting Started

Begin your research by consulting handbooks, dictionaries, and encyclopedias that describe chemical terms, structures, data, etc. This is foundational information that will help you build strong research projects.

AccessScience
Covers all of science; much information related to chemistry. Includes a scientific dictionary, images, and biographies of famous scientists. Also includes links to related websites.
CRC Handbook of Chemistry & Physics
Key reference source for chemical and physical data--constants, properties, etc.
Dictionary of Chemistry
Contains entries for over 4200 terms related to chemistry.
Encyclopedia of Life Science
A comprehensive life sciences resource on a variety of topics from biochemistry to virology. Links to relevant news/articles. Also includes illustrations, a glossary, and related web resources, as well as themed collections of articles.
Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology
Comprehensive encyclopedia covering chemical technology, industrial processes and applications.