Solid state chemistry and its applications

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What is solid state chemistry?

Preparative methods

Characterization of inorganic solids: applications of physical techniques

Thermal analsis

X-ray diffraction

Point groups, space groups and crystal structure

Descriptive crystal chemistry

Some factors which influence crystal structures

Crystal defects and non-stoichiometry

Solid solutions

Interpretation of phase diagrams

Phase transitions

Ionic conductivity and solid electrolytes

Electronic properties and band theory: metals, semiconductors, inorganic solids, colour

Other electrical properties

Magnetic properties

Optical properties: luminescence, lasers

Glass

Cement and concrete

Refractories

Organic solid state chemistry