Chemistry

Solid-State Chemistry
A Modern Approach

Ashok Kumar Jha, PhD

Solid-State Chemistry

Published. Available now.
Pub Date: August 2023
Hardback Price: see ordering info
Hard ISBN: 9781774911976
E-Book ISBN: 9781003328629
Pages: 290pp w index
Binding Type: hardback / ebook
Notes: 12 color and 160 b/w illustrations

Solid-state reactions have been growing in importance in the preparation of solids, crystal growth, and single crystal of elements. In this new volume, the author discusses in depth recent advances in solid-state chemistry, the latest techniques of characterization of solids, and several new dimensions of solid-state problems. Solid-state reactions, their kinetics, phase transitions, and magnetic properties are discussed in detail, along with the electrical properties, such as semiconductors, metals, and insulators, with suitable examples and proper explanations. Dielectric, piezoelectric, and ferroelectric properties of solids have been taken into account as well as there is no doubt that solid surfaces act as catalyst and adsorbent. Different theories of catalysis and adsorption isotherms are covered, and the author includes several experimental findings as well. And of course, preparation of new solids by taking advantage of recent experimental techniques have also been included in this volume.

This volume provides a complete description of solid-state reactions, electrical conductivity, characterization of solids, organic solids, and intercalation between layers of solid in a very simple and lucid manner. The band theories of metals, semiconductors, and insulators are covered. In characterization of solids, TGA, DTA, DSC, FTIR and PXRD techniques have been described in the best possible way to make the readers understand in a clear manner. Preparation and properties of organic solids have been explained in the book. Dielectric properties, photovoltaic effects, piezo electricity, ferroelectricity, and antiferroelectricity have been dealt with, giving relatable examples. A number of excitation energy levels giving rise to luminescence and photoluminescence have been explained under the topic optical processes illustrated by suitable examples and figures. Diamagnetic, paramagnetic, and ferromagnetic behavior of solids has also been explained in the book under the topic magnetic properties.

The studies in this volume will foster understanding of the structural properties of new materials. The author has taken steps to make this book somewhat different from other books to be more appealing to students. In addition, some techniques of characterization have been included in the book to make it useful for researchers of solid-state chemistry.

CONTENTS:
Preface
Introduction
1. Solid-State Reactions
2. Characterization of Solids
3. Crystal Structure
4. Space Groups and Point Group
5. Superconductivity
6. Thermal Properties of Solids
7. Energy Bands: Metals, Insulators, Semi-Conductors, and Organic Solids
8. Electrical Properties
9. Magnetic Properties
10. Phase Transition, Phase Rule, and Diagrams
11. Solid Surface, Heterogeneous Catalysis, and Adsorption
12. Examination Problems
13. Practice Problems
14. Solved Problems
15. ANSWER KEY

Index


About the Authors / Editors:
Ashok Kumar Jha, PhD
Associate Professor, University Department of Chemistry, T. M. Bhagalpur University, Bhagalpur, Bihar, India

Ashok Kumar Jha, PhD, is Associate Professor in the University Department of Chemistry at T. M. Bhagalpur University, Bhagalpur, Bihar, India. Dr. Jha has a brilliant academic career to date. He has organized international and national seminars and webinars sponsored by the University Grants Commission (UCG), New Delhi; Council of Scientific and Industrial Research, New Delhi; Bihar Council on Science and Technology; National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development; and other agencies. He has delivered many invited talks in India and abroad. Dr. Jha has teaching and research experience of 36 years. His interest is reflected through his many papers published in various national and international journals related to kinetics, coordination, and adsorption of arsenic and heavy metals. He has nine books to his credit. He has completed two research projects sponsored by UGC and has been working on the problem of arsenic and heavy metal contamination and their removal. He teaches solid state chemistry and quantum chemistry in postgraduate courses. Dr. Jha is a member of several academic societies and a member of editorial teams of many journals. He is currently the Vice-President of the Indian Chemical Society, Kolkata. He also publishes a biannual journal, Jalchintan.




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