This book describes the roles of various intermolecular and interparticle forces in determining the properties of simple systems such as gases, liquids, and solids, of more complex colloidal, polymeric, and biological systems. The book provides a thorough grounding in theories and concepts of intermolecular forces, allowing students and researchers to recognize which forces are important in any particular system and how to control these forces. Key features are: surface-force measurements; solvation and structural forces; hydration and hydophobic forces; ion-correlation forces; thermal fluctuation (steric and undulation) forces; and particle and surface interactions in polymer melts and polymer solutions. It contains worked examples, discussion topics, and more than 100 problems.
- ISBN10 1282886754
- ISBN13 9781282886759
- Publish Date 1 January 2010 (first published 1 January 1985)
- Publish Status Active
- Out of Print 29 April 2015
- Publish Country US
- Imprint Academic Press
- Edition 3rd ed.
- Format eBook
- Pages 710
- Language English