Chemistry: Finding Books

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Call Number Ranges

Generally, books on Chemistry will be found in the 540's range, including the following:

• 540's Chemistry
• 541's Physical & theoretical chemistry
• 542's Techniques, equipment, materials
• 543's Analytical chemistry
• 544's Qualitative analysis
• 545's Quantitative analysis
• 546's Inorganic chemistry
• 547's Organic chemistry
• 548's Crystallography
• 549's Mineralogy

In addition, books on chemical engineering may be found in the 660's.

Library of Congress (Most OhioLINK)
Most academic libraries in OhioLINK use a different classification system that is based on a combination of letters & numbers. Books specifically dealing with Chemistry will usually be found in the QD's.

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