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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsList of Symbols xvii
1. Introduction 1
2. Atomic Structure and Interatomic Bonding 19
3. The Structure of Crystalline Solids 49
4. Imperfections in Solids 97
5. Diffusion 129
6. Mechanical Properties of Metals 154
7. Dislocations and Strengthening Mechanisms 196
8. Failure 227
9. Phase Diagrams 271
10. Phase Transformations: Development of Microstructure and Alteration of Mechanical Properties 327
11. Applications and Processing of Metal Alloys 375
12. Structures and Properties of Ceramics 435
13. Applications and Processing of Ceramics 474
14. Polymer Structures 512
15. Characteristics, Applications, and Processing of Polymers 545
16. Composites 600
17. Corrosion and Degradation of Materials 645
18. Electrical Properties 688
19. Thermal Properties 741
20. Magnetic Properties 758
21. Optical Properties 792
22. Environmental and Societal Issues in Materials Science and Engineering 822
Appendix A The International System of Units (SI) A-1
Appendix B Properties of Selected Engineering Materials A-3
Appendix C Costs and Relative Costs for Selected Engineering Materials A-32
Appendix D Repeat Unit Structures for Common Polymers A-37
Appendix E Glass Transition and Melting Temperatures for Common Polymeric Materials A-41
Glossary G-1
Answers to Selected Problems PA-1
Index I-1
