Understanding solids the science of materials

Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Tilley, R. J. D
Format: Electronic Book
Language:English
Published: Chichester, England J. Wiley c2004
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Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/0470020849
Table of Contents:
  • The electron structure of atoms
  • Chemical bonding
  • States of aggregation
  • Phase diagrams
  • Crystallography and crystal structures
  • Metals, ceramics, polymers and composites
  • Diffusion
  • Reactions and transformations
  • Oxidation and reduction
  • Mechanical properties of solids
  • Insulating solids
  • Magnetic solids
  • Electronic conductivity in solids
  • Optical aspects of solids
  • Thermal properties
  • Radioactivity and nuclear reactions