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This book provides an introduction to colloid science, based on the application of the principles of physical chemistry. Early chapters assume only an elementary knowledge of physical chemistry and provide the basis for more thorough discussion in later chapters covering specific aspects of colloid science. The widespread occurrence of colloids is stressed and the more important industrial applications of colloid technology are outlined. The final chapter deals with the future of colloid science and indicates the directions in which further developments are likely to take place. The book is ideal for undergraduate courses and, supplemented by further reading, for postgraduates too. It will also be useful to industrial research workers who wish to become familiar with the basic ideas and their many important applications to industry.
List of contents
Chapter 1: What are Colloids?; Chapter 2: Why are Colloidal Dispersions Stable? Basic Principles; Chapter 3: Why are Colloidal Dispersions Stable? Interparticle Forces; Chapter 4: How are Colloidal Dispersions Prepared?; Chapter 5: What is the Role of Surface Chemistry? Surface Tension and Adsorption; Chapter 6: Some Important Properties of Colloids I Kinetic Properties; Chapter 7: Some Important Properties of Colloids II Scattering Radiation; Chapter 8: Some Important Properties of Colloids III Rheology; Chapter 9: How are Colloidal Dispersions Destroyed? I Aggregation Processes; Chapter 10: How are Colloidal Dispersions Destroyed? II Coalescence and Particle Growth; Chapter 11: Association Colloids and Self-Assembly Systems; Chapter 12: Thin Films, Foams and Emulsions; Chapter 13: Gels; Chapter 14: The Industrial Importance of Colloids; Chapter 15: The Future of Colloid Science
Summary
Ideal for undergraduate courses, this book provides an introduction to colloid science, based on the application of the principles of physical chemistry.
