Surface and Colloid Chemistry: Principles and Applications

ISBN-13: 9780367515973 / Angielski / Miękka / 2020 / 228 str.

K. S. Birdi

Opis

Grounded in real applications, this volume provides an introduction to the fundamentals and applications of surface and colloid chemistry. Presenting an overview of liquid surfaces, the book also describes the liquid – solid interface phenomena, colloid chemistry systems, emulsion science aspects, and more complex issues. Data from real-world examples are provided to encourage comprehension of both fundamental theory and the ever-increasing industrial applications. To comprehend the material, readers need only a basic background in general chemistry or physics. Key sample questions and answers are included and references are provided for more advanced students and scientists from other fields.

Spis treści

Introduction to Surfaces and Colloids. Capillarity and Surface Forces (Liquids. Surfactants (Soaps and Detergents) and Physicochemical Properties. Spread Lipid Films on Liquid Surfaces (Langmuir–Blodgett Films). Solid Surfaces—Adsorption. Wetting, Adsorption, and Cleaning Processes. Colloidal Systems. Thin Liquid Films. Emulsions, Microemulsions, and Lyotropic Liquid Crystals. Diverse Applications of Surface and Colloid Chemistry in Science and Industry. References. Appendix A: Effect of Temperature and Pressure on Surface Tension of Liquids (Corresponding States Theory). Appendix B: Solubility of Organic Molecules in Water Using a Surface Tension–Cavity Model System. Appendix C: Gas Adsorption on Solid Surface—Theory. Appendix D: Common Fundamental Constants. Index.

O autorze

Dr. Birdi is a consultant to various national and international industries. He is and has been a member of numerous chemical societies, and a member of organizing committees of national and international meetings related to surface science. He has been a member of selection committees for assistant professors and professors, and was an advisory member (1985–1987) of the American Chemical Society journal Langmuir. Dr. Birdi has been an advisor for some 90 advanced student projects and various PhD projects and has authored nearly 100 papers and articles.