Updated and improved, this revised edition of Michel Barsoum's classic text Fundamentals of Ceramics presents readers with an exceptionally clear and comprehensive introduction to ceramic science. Barsoum offers introductory coverage of ceramics, their structures, and properties, with a distinct emphasis on solid state physics and chemistry. Key eq

Introduction. Bonding in Ceramics. Structure of Ceramics. Effect of Chemical Forces on Physical Properties. Thermodynamic and Kinetic Considerations. Defects in Ceramics. Diffusion and Electrical Conductivity. Phase Equilibria. Formation, Structure, and Properties of Glasses. Sintering and Grain Growth. Mechanical Properties: Fast Fracture. Creep, Subcritical Crack Growth, and Fatigue. Thermal Properties. Dielectric Properties. Magnetic and Nonlinear Dielectric Properties. Optical Properties. Index.