Description
Book SynopsisThis book is aimed at first and second year undergraduates taking a course in solid state physics. It is suitable for physics or engineering students. It does not assume any prior knowledge of quantum theory. It covers all of the standard topics in solid state physics, i.e. crystal structure, mechanical, electrical, thermal, and magnetic properties, metals, semiconductors, dielectrics, superconductors and amorphous solids, and also includes an introductory chapter on chemical bonds and a chapter on polymers. The text is largely non-mathematical, but questions are integrated into the text to encourage readers to tackle the problem-solving aspects of the subject. Worked examples and a complete set of detailed solutions are included. More challenging topics (either mathematically or conceptually more difficult) are treated in optional sections.
Trade ReviewI like the way the book starts with bonds between atoms before the obligatory chapter on crystalline solids, followed by an excellent treatment of mechanical properties. The standard topics of solid-state physics are then presented, starting with electronic properties. There is a splendid final chapter on polymers. The style is confident, authoritative and up to date ...Richard Feynman, in evaluating his own attempt to teach quantum mechanics early in a physics course, reckoned he had failed. Has Richard Turton succeeded? I think he has. Andrew Briggs, professor of materials, University of Oxford The Times Higher, 24 November 2000 (Physics and Engineering)
Table of Contents1. Bonds between atoms ; 2. Crystals and crystalline solids ; 3. Mechanical properties of solids ; 4. Electrical properties of solids ; 5. Semiconductors ; 6. Semiconductor devices ; 7. Thermal processes ; 8. Magnetic properties ; 9. Superconductivity ; 10. Dielectrics ; 11. Crystallization and amorphous solids ; 12. Polymers ; Further reading ; Appendix A: Introduction to quantum concepts ; Appendix B: Relationship between interatomic force and potential energy ; Solutions to exercises
