Condensed Matter Physics
Subtitle: Crystals, Liquids, Liquid Crystals, and Polymers
Contributors: S.P. Brown (Translator)
Edition: 1 edition
Publisher: Springer
Published: September 29, 2003
Language: eng
Format: Paperback
Number of pages: 381
ISBN-13: 9783540003533
Subjects: Condensed matter physics (liquids & solids); Science; Science/Mathematics; Solid State Physics; Condensed materials; Crystals; Science / Solid State Physics; Solid state; Technology / Material Science; Physics; Condensed matter
Description: Derived from lectures at the University of Freiburg, this textbook introduces solid-state physics as well as the physics of liquids, liquid crystals and polymers. The five chapters deal with the key characteristics of condensed matter: structures, susceptibilities, molecular fields, currents, and dynamics. The author strives to present and explain coherently the terms and concepts associated with the main properties and characteristics of condensed matter, while minimizing attention to extraneous details. As a result, this text provides the firm and broad basis of understanding that readers require for further study and research.