This book is intended for beginners with a science background but other students may also find it equally useful. Considerable attention has been given to the clarity and brevity of presentation. The experiments are arranged in a logical sequence, along with cross-references, to facilitate smooth flow of subject matter. A  large number of diagrams have been provided. Even within such a small volume, 33 basic experiments and 8 exercises have been included. A peculiar feature of this book is the inclusion of glossary-cum-index, is an added bonus to the beginners and practitioners.