THE D2 GOLDEN CHEMICAL CLUSTERS von Enos Masheija Rwantale Kiremire

The analysis of chemical clusters, it was discovered that chemical clusters can be categorized into clan series, Dz. It was also found that the majority of golden clusters belong to the D2 clan series. This book has taken a step further to gather a sample of D2 golden clusters for further scrutiny. The K(n) and VE(n) series of D2 clusters are briefly illustrated. The two approaches of constructing isomeric structures are well demonstrated. An advantage was also taken to indicate the relationship between the valence electrons of elements and the 4N or 14N series of the same. The skeletal numbers which are very crucial in analyzing and categorizing clusters were shown to be derivable from the simple equations VE=8n-2k for main group elements and VE=18n-2k for transition elements. The theoretical verification of D2 clusters is very precise and clear. Nonetheless, what is needed to strengthen the theoretical model is x-ray crystal determination and careful analysis of the D2 golden chemical clusters.

Enos Masheija Rwantale Kiremire graduated with BSc(Hons) degree majoring in Chemistry from, University of East Africa, Makerere University College, Uganda in 1970. He had the opportunity to be taught briefly by an inspiring notable visiting chemist, Prof. C.A. Coulson. He later did a PhD, graduating in 1977 March at the University of New Brunswick.