
Soft Matter: A Very Short Introduction
작성자
Tom McLeish
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Science & Technology
형식
페이퍼백
페이지
176
언어
영어
출판됨
Dec 2, 2020
출판사
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10
0198807139
ISBN-13
9780198807131
설명
Tom McLeish introduces readers to the captivating world of soft matter science, exploring a realm filled with everyday materials that are pivotal to both nature and technology. This concise yet insightful examination delves into the characteristics and behaviors of soft materials like polymers, colloids, and liquid crystals, providing a solid foundation for understanding their significance in various fields.
Through engaging explanations, McLeish illustrates how these substances differ from traditional solids and their unique properties that enable a wide range of applications. The work highlights the dynamic nature of soft matter, revealing how its fluidity and adaptability affect everything from biological systems to the latest advancements in materials science.
By weaving together scientific concepts with real-world examples, this introduction serves as a perfect launchpad for anyone interested in the underlying principles that govern the behavior of soft materials. It encourages readers to appreciate the intricate balance between order and disorder that characterizes the world of soft matter.
Through engaging explanations, McLeish illustrates how these substances differ from traditional solids and their unique properties that enable a wide range of applications. The work highlights the dynamic nature of soft matter, revealing how its fluidity and adaptability affect everything from biological systems to the latest advancements in materials science.
By weaving together scientific concepts with real-world examples, this introduction serves as a perfect launchpad for anyone interested in the underlying principles that govern the behavior of soft materials. It encourages readers to appreciate the intricate balance between order and disorder that characterizes the world of soft matter.