The Colloidal Domain: Where Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Technology Meet

An authoritative account of theory, methods and applications of colloid science, extensively updated with new developments and results.The Colloidal Domain delivers a comprehensive and up-to date treatment of colloid science theory, methods and applications emphasizing the molecular interactions that determine properties on the colloidal length-scale.The book gives an authoritative account of the science describing the colloidal domain.Concept maps preceding each chapter put subject matter into perspective.Numerous worked examples illustrate key concepts, and more than 250 illustrations help to clarify processes described.Exercises are provided at the end of each chapter. In this new edition all chapters have been revised with inclusion of novel developments and original results.Special emphasis on Chemical potential as a central concept in the description of colloidal systems Experimental methods for studying surfaces and interfacesThe molecular aspect of electrostatic interactionsA c