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Crystal structures: Lattices and solids in stereoview

M Ladd, University of Surrey, UK

This unique book approaches traditional crystallography, descriptive solid state chemistry and physical chemistry and is suited for upper level solid state chemistry courses.
Journal of Chemical Education

Packed with information, this thorough discussion of the arrangement of atoms in crystals is recommended for upper division under-graduates through faculty.
Choice

Copiously illustrated with stereoviews. A useful book, not only for undergraduates, but also for all chemists and physicists interested in the solid state.
Chemistry and Industry

It is high time for a first-rate new book on crystals, especially the unique ad of stereo viewing facilities. This survey of the important types of inorganic and organic crystal structures treats its subject thoroughly and in sufficient depth for undergraduate modules in chemistry courses. Features of this book are the instructions for 3D stereoviewing which is central to a full appreciation of the presentation. Clear directions for making your own stereo have been provided in the book, which % enable readers to examine the plentiful stereo of lattices and crystal structures which are illustrated.

The introductory chapter explains point-group and space-group symmetry insofar as required to understand lattices and crystal structures. Crystal structures are sub-divided according to the atomic force mainly responsible for cohesion in the solid state, The descriptions of the structures are gi in crystallographic terms, including data on the space group, molecular symmetry and molecular geometry. Discussions of bonding theory for each sub-division of the structures enhance and strengthen the author’s presentation.

The book stems from the author’s successful lecture courses, tested and refined in class teaching. It draws as necessary on equilibrium thermodynamics and other chemical topics, with avoidance of advanced mathematics, A level being the prerequisite.

ISBN 1 898563 63 2
ISBN-13: 978 1 898563 63 1
June 1999
192 pages  242 x 169mm  paperback  
£45.00 / US$75.00 / €55.00

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About the author

Mark Ladd, University of Surrey, UK

Contents

Lattices and their properties
 - Introduction
 - Using stereoviews
 - Symmetry of molecules and crystals
 - Lattices in one, two and three dimensions
 - Triclimc lattice, Monoclinic lattices
 - Space groups
 - Answers to Examples
 - Problems
 - Checklist

Ionic structures
 - Introduction
 - Ionic structures
 - Crystal chemistry
 - Properties associated with ionic solids
 - Answers to Examples
 - Problems
 - Checklist

Covalent structures
 - Introduction
 - Wave mechanics of the covalent bond
 - Covalent solids
 - Properties associated with covalent solids
 - Answers to Examples
 - Problems
 - Checklist

Metallic structures
 - Introduction
 - Free-electron (classical) theory of metals
 - Wave-mechanical theory of metals
 - Band theory
 - Metal structures
 - Alloys
 - Properties associated with metallic solids
 - Answers to Examples
 - Problems
 - Checklist

Molecular structures
 - Introduction
 - Dipole—dipole interaction
 - Dipole—induced dipole interaction
 - h dipole—induced dipole interaction
 - Intermolecular potentials
 - Molecular solids
 - Properties associated with molecular solids
 - Disorder in solids
 - Solubility of molecular compounds
 - Answers to Examples
 - Problems
 - Checklist

Problem solving: Programs on the internet
 - Introduction
 - Computer methods in problem solving
 - Disclaimer
 - Copyright
 - Problems
 - Checklist

Appendix 1
Model numbers for the symmetry-recognition program, symmetry notation and example compounds

Appendix 2
Calculation of Madelung constants

Appendix 3
Reciprocal space

Listed references

Tutorial solutions

Index