Inorganic Materials Chemistry

The chemistry of solid inorganic materials has become a central theme in research and in the teaching of chemistry. This book is a clearly illustrated and comprehensive introduction to solid state materials which also addresses the major experimental technique used to study them, powder X-ray diffraction. Experimental data from this technique is used to illustrate topics thoughout the book. This tying together of an experimental method and the chemistry reflects the true needs of the chemist and the method by which chemistry is taught.