Solid State Chemistry and its Applications
- Wiley Student Edition
- New Delhi: Wiley India, 2003.
- vii, 734 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
What is Solid State Chemistry? Preparative Methods. Characterization of Inorganic Solids: Application of Physical Techniques. Thermal Analysis. X-ray Diffraction. Point Groups, Space Groups and Crystal Structure. Descriptive Crystal Chemistry. Some Factors Which Influence Crystal Structure. Crystal Defects and Non-Stoichiometry. Solid Solutions. Interpretation of Phase Diagrams. Phase Transitions. Ionic Conductivity and Solid Electrolytes. Electronic Properties and Band Theory: Metals, Semiconductors, Inorganic Solids, Colour. Other Electrical Properties. Magnetic Properties. Optical Properties: Luminescence, Lasers. Glass. Cement and Concrete. Refractories. Organic Solid State Chemistry. Appendixes. Index.