Understanding Solid State Physics - Softcover

Holgate, Sharon Ann

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0750309725 ISBN 13: 9780750309721

Publisher: CRC Press, 2009

Synopsis

Enables students to easily grasp basic solid state physics principles

Keeping the mathematics to a minimum yet losing none of the required rigor, Understanding Solid State Physics clearly explains basic physics principles to provide a firm grounding in the subject. The author underscores the technological applications of the physics discussed and emphasizes the multidisciplinary nature of scientific research.

After introducing students to solid state physics, the text examines...

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About the Author

Sharon Ann Holgate is a freelance science writer and broadcaster. She has presented on BBC Radio 4 and the BBC World Service, presented video podcasts for medical research charity the Myrovlytis Trust, and competed in a "Boffins Special" on The Weakest Link. She earned a Ph.D. in physics from the University of Sussex, where she was a Visiting Fellow in Physics and Astronomy for nine years. Her...

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Review

Where Sharon Ann Holgate has succeeded in this book is in packing it with examples of the application of solid state physics to technology. ... All the basic elements of solid state physics are covered ... . The range of materials is good, including as it does polymers and glasses as well as crystalline solids. In general, the style makes for easy reading. ... Overall this book succeeds in...

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Edition details

• Publisher: CRC Press
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 0750309725
• ISBN 13: 9780750309721
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 367