Elsevier S & T

Solid State Chemistry

Ropp, Richard C.

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Table of contents
  • Cover
  • Table of Contentsvii
  • Prefacev
  • Chapter 1. The Phase Chemistry of Solids1
  • 1.1. Phase Changes of Solids, Liquids and Gases2
  • 1.2. Differences Between the Three States of Matter9
  • 1.3. The Close-Packed Solid17
  • 1.4. Phase Relations Between Individual Solids23
  • References Cited27
  • Problems for Chapter 128
  • Chapter 2. Determining the Structure of Solids31
  • 2.1. Scientific Basis for Determining the Structure of Solids31
  • 2.2. Solid State Structure Conventions and Protocols45
  • 2.3. How to Determine the Structure of Compounds55
  • 2.4. Symmetry Distribution of Crystals61
  • 2.5. Phase Relationships Among Two or More Solids64
  • Suggested Reading69
  • Problems for Chapter 270
  • Chapter 3. Defects in Solids71
  • 3.1. The Defect Solid73
  • 3.2. Mathematics and Equations of the Point Defect88
  • 3.3. Non-Stoichiometric Solids95
  • 3.4. Defect Equation Symbolism98
  • 3.5. Some Applications For Defect Chemistry99
  • 3.6. Defect Equilibria and Their Energy101
  • 3.7. Defect Equilibria in Various Types of Compounds103
  • 3.8. The Effects of Purity (And Impurities)110
  • Appendix I. Concentrations of Defects in Non-Ionized and Non-Stoichiometric Compounds115
  • A. Defects in Non-Stoichiometric MXs +- d Compounds115
  • Appendix II: Analysis of a Real Crystal Using the Thermodynamic Method118
  • A. The AgBr Crystal with a Divalent Impurity, Cd 2+118
  • B. Defect Disorder in AgBr- A Thermodynamic Approach120
  • Appendix III: Statistical Mechanics and the Point Defect124
  • Chapter 4. Mechanisms and Reactions in the Solid State129
  • 4.1. Phase Changes130
  • 4.2. The Role of Phase Boundaries in Solid State Reactions132
  • 4.3. Reaction Rate Processes in Solids138
  • 4.4. Defining Heterogeneous Nucleation Processes140
  • 4.5. The Tarnishing Reaction146
  • 4.6. Fick's Laws of Diffusion148
  • 4.7. Diffusion Mechanisms151
  • 4.8. Analysis of Diffusion Reactions156
  • 4.9. Diffusion in Silicates161
  • 4.10. Diffusion Mechanisms When the Cation Changes Valence171
  • Problems for Chapter 4175
  • Appendix I- Math Associated with Nucleation Models of 4.4.1.177
  • Appendix II- Math Associated with Incipient Nuclei Growth182
  • Appendix III- Homogenous Nucleation Processes184
  • Appendix IV- Diffusion Equations Relating to Fundamental188
  • Chapter 5. Particles and Particle Technology191
  • 5.1. Sequences in Particle Growth192
  • 5.2. Sintering, Sintering Processes and Grain Growth193
  • 5.3. Particle Size203
  • 5.4. Particle Distributions207
  • 5.5. Particle Distributions and the Binomial Theorem209
  • 5.6. Measuring Particle Distributions213
  • 5.7. Analysis of Particle Distribution Parameters217
  • 5.8. Types of Log Normal Particle Distributions222
  • 5.9. A Typical PSD Calculation229
  • 5.10. Methods of Measuring Particle Distributions232
  • Suggested Reading248
  • Chapter 6. Growth of Crystals251
  • 6.1. Methods of Growth of Crystals252
  • 6.2. Furnace Construction253
  • 6.3. Steps in Growing a Single Crystal258
  • 6.4. Czochralski Growth of Single Crystals260
  • 6.5. The Bridgeman-Stockbarger Method for Crystal Growth270
  • 6.6. Zone Melting as a Means for Forming Single Crystals274
  • 6.7. Zone Refining276
  • 6.8. The Impurity Leveling Factor279
  • 6.9. The Verneuil Method of Crystal Growth282
  • 6.10. Molten Flux Growth of Crystals285
  • 6.11. Hydrothermal Growth288
  • 6.12. Vapor Methods Used for Single Crystal Growth292
  • 6.13. Edge Defined Crystal Growth295
  • 6.14. Melting and Stoichiometry296
  • 6.15. Actual Imperfections in Crystals299
  • 6.16. Electronic Properties of Crystals302
  • 6.17. Silicon Single Crystals and Integrated Circuits308
  • 6.18. Future Methods for Manufacture of Integrated Circuits337
  • 6.19. Pushing the Limits of Semi-Conductor Technology339
  • 6.20. The Solar Cell343
  • 6.21. Piezo-electric materials and Their Uses352
  • Suggested Reading354
  • References on Silicon Devices354
  • Problems for Chapter 6355
  • Chapter 7. Measurement of Solid State Phenomena357
  • 7.1. Methods of Measurement of Solid State Reactions357
  • 7.2. Utilization of DTA and DSC376
  • 7.3. Thermogravimetry381
  • 7.4. Determination of Rate Processes in Solid State Reactions388
  • 7.5. Dilatometry394
  • 7.6. Thermometry401
  • 7.7. Application of Dilatometry to Plastic Materials403
  • 7.8. Optical Measurements of Solids405
  • 7.9. Color Spaces432
  • Recommended Reading438
  • Problems for Chapter 7439
  • Subject Index443
Book details
  • Vendor Elsevier S & T
  • SKU 9780444514363
  • ISBN-13 9780080541457
  • Author Ropp, Richard C.
  • Category Science
  • Subject Physical & Theoretical

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Solid State Chemistry is a general textbook, composed for those with little background knowledge of the subject, but who wish to learn more about the various segments of solid state theory and technology.

The information is presented in a form that can easily be understood and will be useful to readers wishing to build on their own store of knowledge and experience.

Well presented in easy to understand format.

Informative textbook aimed primarily at the novice.

Comprehensively covers the segments of solid state theory and technology.