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Interfacial Science

An Introduction

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  • 264 páginas
  • 10 horas de lectura

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Interfacial science significantly influences our daily lives, affecting everything from bubble baths to effective detergents and frothy cappuccinos. It has also driven groundbreaking advancements in research across various fields, including biosciences and nanotechnology. This engaging introduction delves into the physical and chemical properties of interfaces, exploring their behavior and potential applications. Beginning with key principles of capillarity and adsorption, the text examines liquid/gas, solid/gas, and liquid/liquid interfaces, and highlights the intriguing area of biological interfaces, a current research hotspot. The book carefully explains essential mathematical and physical concepts while relating them to real-world applications, helping students build confidence and appreciate the relevance of the material. Striking a balance between the complex mathematical approaches of specialized texts and the basic treatments found in general physical chemistry, this resource provides a comprehensive understanding suitable for advanced undergraduate courses. Additionally, a companion website offers downloadable figures for lecture preparation and solutions to end-of-chapter problems, enhancing both teaching and self-learning opportunities.

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Interfacial Science, Geoffrey Barnes, Ian Gentle

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Publicado en
2005
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(Tapa blanda),
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11,99 €

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Título
Interfacial Science
Subtítulo
An Introduction
Idioma
Inglés
Publicado en
2005
Formato
Tapa blanda
Páginas
264
ISBN10
0199278822
ISBN13
9780199278824
Serie
Descripción
Interfacial science significantly influences our daily lives, affecting everything from bubble baths to effective detergents and frothy cappuccinos. It has also driven groundbreaking advancements in research across various fields, including biosciences and nanotechnology. This engaging introduction delves into the physical and chemical properties of interfaces, exploring their behavior and potential applications. Beginning with key principles of capillarity and adsorption, the text examines liquid/gas, solid/gas, and liquid/liquid interfaces, and highlights the intriguing area of biological interfaces, a current research hotspot. The book carefully explains essential mathematical and physical concepts while relating them to real-world applications, helping students build confidence and appreciate the relevance of the material. Striking a balance between the complex mathematical approaches of specialized texts and the basic treatments found in general physical chemistry, this resource provides a comprehensive understanding suitable for advanced undergraduate courses. Additionally, a companion website offers downloadable figures for lecture preparation and solutions to end-of-chapter problems, enhancing both teaching and self-learning opportunities.