Ionic liquids, also known as molten salts, are a class of salts that are liquid at room temperature. This book, edited by Douglas Inman and David G. Lovering, provides a comprehensive overview of the properties, structures, and applications of ionic liquids. The book includes contributions from leading experts in the field, covering topics such as the structure of concentrated aqueous solutions, computer simulations of ionic liquids, transport properties of concentrated electrolyte solutions, and the acid-base properties of concentrated electrolyte solutions. The book also discusses the importance of ionic liquids in various applications, including energy generation, storage, and nuclear reactors. The book was originally published in 1981 and has been widely recognized for its contributions to the field of ionic liquids. It was commissioned following a conference on highly concentrated aqueous solutions and molten salts, which highlighted the need for a more comprehensive understanding of the subject. The book aims to bridge the gap between aqueous chemistry and molten salt chemistry, and to promote a better understanding of the concepts and methods appropriate to each field. The book also discusses the historical development of ionic liquids, including the role of molten salts in the development of chemical sciences. It highlights the importance of ionic liquids in various applications, including the extraction of aluminum from molten cryolite and the use of ionic liquids in nuclear reactors and fuel cells. The book also discusses the challenges associated with the study of ionic liquids, including the difficulty of experimental work and the need for controlled environments. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of ionic liquids. The chapters cover topics such as the structure of ionic liquids, their transport properties, and their applications in various fields. The book also includes a foreword by Douglas Inman and David Kerridge, who highlight the importance of ionic liquids in the development of chemical sciences and their potential applications in various fields. The book is a valuable resource for researchers and students interested in the study of ionic liquids.Ionic liquids, also known as molten salts, are a class of salts that are liquid at room temperature. This book, edited by Douglas Inman and David G. Lovering, provides a comprehensive overview of the properties, structures, and applications of ionic liquids. The book includes contributions from leading experts in the field, covering topics such as the structure of concentrated aqueous solutions, computer simulations of ionic liquids, transport properties of concentrated electrolyte solutions, and the acid-base properties of concentrated electrolyte solutions. The book also discusses the importance of ionic liquids in various applications, including energy generation, storage, and nuclear reactors. The book was originally published in 1981 and has been widely recognized for its contributions to the field of ionic liquids. It was commissioned following a conference on highly concentrated aqueous solutions and molten salts, which highlighted the need for a more comprehensive understanding of the subject. The book aims to bridge the gap between aqueous chemistry and molten salt chemistry, and to promote a better understanding of the concepts and methods appropriate to each field. The book also discusses the historical development of ionic liquids, including the role of molten salts in the development of chemical sciences. It highlights the importance of ionic liquids in various applications, including the extraction of aluminum from molten cryolite and the use of ionic liquids in nuclear reactors and fuel cells. The book also discusses the challenges associated with the study of ionic liquids, including the difficulty of experimental work and the need for controlled environments. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of ionic liquids. The chapters cover topics such as the structure of ionic liquids, their transport properties, and their applications in various fields. The book also includes a foreword by Douglas Inman and David Kerridge, who highlight the importance of ionic liquids in the development of chemical sciences and their potential applications in various fields. The book is a valuable resource for researchers and students interested in the study of ionic liquids.