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Oxford Solid State Basics by Steven H. Simon (2013, Uk-Trade Paper)
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- Condition
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- Seller Notes
- “Softcover in very good condition. Clean covers, no marks or writing in text.”
- ISBN
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Product Identifiers
Publisher
Oxford University Press, Incorporated
ISBN-10
0199680779
ISBN-13
9780199680771
eBay Product ID (ePID)
159886533
Product Key Features
Number of Pages
320 Pages
Language
English
Publication Name
Oxford Solid State Basics
Subject
Physics / Condensed Matter, Physics / General
Publication Year
2013
Type
Textbook
Subject Area
Science
Format
Uk-Trade Paper
Dimensions
Item Height
0.6 in
Item Weight
23.6 Oz
Item Length
9.7 in
Item Width
7.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Scholarly & Professional
LCCN
2013-936358
Dewey Edition
23
TitleLeading
The
Reviews
"The author, Steven Simon, is well known as an insightful scientist and an engaging and witty speaker, and it is a pleasure to see how well his talents translate to the printed page. He has re-examined with a modern eye the question of which topics should be covered in a student's firstexposure to the physics of solids. My impression is that his presentation of those topics will be accessible for the student, illuminating for the expert, and entertaining for all." --Joel E. Moore, University of California, Berkeley, and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, 'The style of the book is very accessible for undergraduates. The topics are well motivated and the explanations are clear, helped by a generous set of figures for illustration. This textbook may well establish itself as an alternative to the available classics. 'Derek Lee, Imperial College London'The author, Steven Simon, is well known as an insightful scientist and an engaging and witty speaker, and it is a pleasure to see how well his talents translate to the printed page. He has re-examined with a modern eye the question of which topics should be covered in a student's first exposure to the physics of solids. My impression is that his presentation of those topics will be accessible for the student, illuminating for the expert, and entertainingfor all.'Joel E. Moore, University of California, Berkeley, and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory'This textbook provides a clear and compact coverage of essential topics in introductory solid state physics. It also goes beyond the usual introductory level by providing more detailed mathematical treatment, but more importantly by providing a commentary to explain the physical significance of mathematical treatments.'Gavin Mountjoy, University of Kent, "The style of the book is very accessible for undergraduates. The topics are well motivated and the explanations are clear, helped by a generous set of figures for illustration. This textbook may well establish itself as an alternative to the available classics." --Derek Lee, Imperial College London
Illustrated
Yes
Dewey Decimal
530.41
Table Of Content
1. About Condensed Matter PhysicsPart I: Solids Without Considering Microscopic Structure: The Early Days of Solid State2. Specific Heat of Solids: Boltzmann, Einstein, and Debye3. Electrons in Metals: Drude Theory4. More Electrons in Metals: Sommerfeld (Free Electron) TheoryPart II: Structure of Materials5. The Periodic Table6. What Holds Solids Together: Chemical Bonding7. Types of MatterPart III: Toy Models of Solids in One Dimension8. One Dimensional Model of Compressibility, Sound, and Thermal Expansion9. Vibrations of a One Dimensional Monatomic Chain10. Vibrations of a One Dimensional Diatomic Chain11. Tight Binding Chain (Interlude and Preview)Part IV: Geometry of Solids12. Crystal Structure13. Reciprocal Lattice, Brillouin Zone, Waves in CrystalsPart V: Neutron and X-Ray Diffraction14. Wave Scattering by CrystalsPart VI: Electrons in Solids15. Electrons in a Periodic Potential16. Insulator, Semiconductor, or Metal17. Semiconductor Physics18. Semiconductor DevicesPart VII: Magnetism and Mean Field Theories19. Atomic Magnetism: Para- and Dia-Magnetism20. Magnetic Order21. Domains and Hysteresis22. Mean Field Theory23. Magnetism from Interactions: The Hubbard ModelAppendix A: Sample Exam and SolutionsAppendix B: List of Other Good Books
Synopsis
The study of solids is one of the richest, most exciting, and most successful branches of physics. While the subject of solid state physics is often viewed as dry and tedious this new book presents the topic instead as an exciting exposition of fundamental principles and great intellectual breakthroughs. Beginning with a discussion of how the study of heat capacity of solids ushered in the quantum revolution, the author presents the key ideas of the field while emphasizing the deep underlying concepts. The book begins with a discussion of the Einstein/Debye model of specific heat, and the Drude/Sommerfeld theories of electrons in solids, which can all be understood without reference to any underlying crystal structure. The failures of these theories force a more serious investigation of microscopics. Many of the key ideas about waves in solids are then introduced using one dimensional models in order to convey concepts without getting bogged down with details. Only then does the book turn to consider real materials. Chemical bonding is introduced and then atoms can be bonded together to crystal structures and reciprocal space results. Diffraction experiments, as the central application of these ideas, are discussed in great detail. From there, the connection is made to electron wave diffraction in solids and how it results in electronic band structure. The natural culmination of this thread is the triumph of semiconductor physics and devices. The final section of the book considers magnetism in order to discuss a range of deeper concepts. The failures of band theory due to electron interaction, spontaneous magnetic orders, and mean field theories are presented well. Finally, the book gives a brief exposition of the Hubbard model that undergraduates can understand. The book presents all of this material in a clear fashion, dense with explanatory or just plain entertaining footnotes. This may be the best introductory book for learning solid state physics. It is certainly the most fun to read., The study of solids is one of the richest, most exciting, and most successful branches of physics. While the subject of solid state physics is often viewed as dry and tedious this new book presents the topic instead as an exciting exposition of fundamental principles and great intellectual breakthroughs. Beginning with a discussion of how the study of heat capacity of solids ushered in the quantum revolution, the author presents the key ideas of the field while emphasizing the deep underlying concepts. The book begins with a discussion of the Einstein/Debye model of specific heat, and the Drude/Sommerfeld theories of electrons in solids, which can all be understood without reference to any underlying crystal structure. The failures of these theories force a more serious investigation of microscopics. Many of the key ideas about waves in solids are then introduced using one dimensional models in order to convey concepts without getting bogged down with details. Only then does the book turn to consider real materials. Chemical bonding is introduced and then atoms can be bonded together to crystal structures and reciprocal space results. Diffraction experiments, as the central application of these ideas, are discussed in great detail. From there, the connection is made to electron wave diffraction in solids and how it results in electronic band structure. The natural culmination of this thread is the triumph of semiconductor physics and devices. The final section of the book considers magnetism in order to discuss a range of deeper concepts. The failures of band theory due to electron interaction, spontaneous magnetic orders, and mean field theories are presented well. Finally, the book gives a brief exposition of the Hubbard model that undergraduates can understand. The book presents all of this material in a clear fashion, dense with explanatory or just plain entertaining footnotes. This may be the best introductory book for learning solid state physics. It is certainly the most fun to read. To request a copy of the Solutions Manual, visit: http: //global.oup.com/uk/academic/physics/admin/solutions, This is a first undergraduate textbook in Solid State Physics or Condensed Matter Physics. While most textbooks on the subject are extremely dry, this book is written to be much more exciting, inspiring, and entertaining.
LC Classification Number
QC176.S488 2013
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