Introduction to Colloid and Surface Chemistry

Duncan Shaw’s classic Introduction to Colloid and Surface Chemistry has remained a concise, accessible introduction to the field. However, it is long overdue an update and much has changed since the fourth edition published way back in 1992. In particular, the importance of colloid and surface chemistry has been realised in the life sciences in that time. This new, thoroughly updated and revised fifth edition will continue to provide concise, accessible introductory coverage of the field colloid and surface chemistry, intermediate between the brief accounts in physical chemistry textbooks and more in-depth coverage in specialized treatises. It retains the core spirit of Shaw’s previous editions but with a completely fresh, multi-author team bringing a new perspective. New information is included on the composition and structure of solid and liquid interfaces, scattering methods, and colloid stability control. The book provides a sound and easy to follow theoretical framework. It outlines relevant research techniques and considers technological applications that also include the life sciences. A basic knowledge of the principles of physical chemistry is assumed. Introduction to Colloid and Surface Chemistry will appeal to a wide readership, both undergraduate and postgraduate students and those on university bachelors, master’s and doctoral level in chemistry, physics, chemical engineering, materials and nano science and biology. The book can be adopted as course literature for late undergraduate/graduate level courses where obtaining basic foundational knowledge on colloid and surface chemistry is essential.