The Physics of Solids

Synopsis

This Text Offers A Broad Coverage Of The Physical Properties Of Solids At Fundamental Level. The Quantum-mechanical Origins That Lead To A Wide Range Of Observed Properties Are Discussed. The Book Also Includes A Modern Treatment Of Unusual Physical States. Part I: Introductory Topics -- Part Ii: Crystal Structure And Its Determination -- Part Iii: Electronic Structure Of Periodic Solids -- Part Iv: Electron-electron Interaction -- Part V: Lattice Dynamics -- Part Vi: Electron Transport And Conduction Electron Dynamics -- Part Vii: Semiconductors -- Part Viii: Electric And Magnetic Properties Of Insulators -- Part Ix: Magnetism -- Part X: Optical Properties -- Part Xi: Superconductivity And Superfluidity -- Part Xii: Disordered Materials -- Part Xiii: Special Topics. J.b. Ketterson, Northwestern University, Usa. Includes Bibliographical References And Index.