Polymer Physics (Chemistry) - Hardcover

M. Rubinstein; Ralph H. Colby

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 019852059X ISBN 13: 9780198520597

Publisher: Oxford University Press, 2003

Synopsis

Polymer Physics thoroughly details the fundamental concepts of polymer melts, solutions, and gels in terms of both static structure and dynamics. It goes beyond other introductory polymer texts, deriving the essential tools of the physical polymer chemist or engineer without skipping any steps.

The book is divided into four parts. Part One summarizes the necessary concepts of a first course on polymers and covers the conformations of single polymer chains. Part Two deals with the thermodynamics of polymer solutions and melts, including chain conformations in those states. Part Three applies the concepts of Part Two to the formation and properties of polymer networks. Part Four explains the essential aspects of how polymers move in both melt and solution states.

The text assumes a working knowledge of calculus, physics, and chemistry, but no prior knowledge of polymers. It is ideal for upper-level undergraduate and first-year graduate courses in Condensed Matter Physics, Soft Materials, and Polymers.

Features
BLPresents established results in an easily accessible way
BLEmphasizes physical insight rather than mathematical rigor
BLProvides detailed experimental sections at the end of each chapter
BLIncludes more than 200 illustrations and 350 exercises

About this title

About the Author

Professor Michael Rubinstein Dept of Chemistry University of North Carolina Professor Ralph H. Colby Dept of Materials Science and Engineering The Pennsylvania State University, USA

Edition details

• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Publication date: 2003
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 019852059X
• ISBN 13: 9780198520597
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 454