The Properties of Electrically Conducting Systems: Including Electrolytes and Metals (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Charles A. Kraus

 
9781330817629: The Properties of Electrically Conducting Systems: Including Electrolytes and Metals (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Explore how ions move and how solutions conduct electricity, from basic ideas to real‑world implications.

This authoritative, survey‑style volume gathers key findings on electrolytic and metallic systems, presenting the state of knowledge in a clear, readable form for chemists and researchers in related fields. It emphasizes practical understanding and connections across topics, helping readers see how theories translate into experiments and applications.

This edition frames the properties of electrolytic solutions, with attention to how ionic phenomena manifest in different solvents and under varying conditions. Although the treatment of metals is brief, the book keeps the chemical aspects of metallic systems in the foreground, while documenting essential experimental material and its limitations. A comprehensive bibliography and carefully chosen references support further study without overwhelming the reader.
  • Fundamental concepts of ionic conduction and electrified matter.
  • Empirical discussion of conductance, ionization, and mixture behavior in electrolytic solutions.
  • Comparison of aqueous and non‑aqueous solvents, including how viscosity and temperature influence ion movement.
  • Guidance on interpreting experimental data and applying mass‑action ideas to real systems.
Ideal for readers of advanced chemistry topics, including researchers and students who want a solid, reference‑grade overview of electrolytic conduction and related phenomena.

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