An overview of frequently used data compilations of wide scope - the most popular handbooks of data on organic compounds.

Other reference works may contain the information you need.

Recommended reading: Zubrick, J.W. The Organic Chem Lab Survival Manual, 4th ed. Wiley: NY, 1997; Chapter 3: "Interpreting a Handbook."

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- Somerville, A.N.
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