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Liquid Crystals
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Liquid Crystals In The Last Two Decades Have Become Part Of A Technological Explosion, Leading To Advances In Areas As Diverse As Oil Recovery, The Production Of Temperature Sensorsfrom Medical Thermograms To Mood RingsAnd Biological Research Into Nerve Conduction And Arteriosclerosis. Although They Are As Fundamental A Phase Of Matter As Solids, Liquids, And Gases, Liquid Crystals Have Over The Past Century Puzzled Scientists By Their Very Existence. With This Book Peter Collings Is Among The First To Introduce The General Reader To What Is Known Of The Chemistry And Physics Of Liquid Crystals, Focusing On The Basic Principles Behind Their Myriad Of Delicate Properties. Written In A Clear And Lively Style, This Work Is Accessible To Readers With A Basic Science Background And The Willingness To Learn More About This Ubiquitous Technology. Collings Discusses The Discovery Of Liquid Crystals And The Theoretical Research Presently Being Performed. He Also Describes Important Applications, Emphasizing The Role Of Liquid Crystal Display Technology In Such Devices As Laptop Computers, Automobile Dashboards, And Pocket Color Televisions. Finally, The Author Covers New Developments Pertaining To Polymers, Emulsions, And Biological Systems As Well As The Importance Of These Advances For Industry And Medicine.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'Liquid Crystals' by Peter Collings? A: The book focuses on the chemistry and physics of liquid crystals, exploring their properties, applications, and historical discoveries.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Liquid Crystals'? A: The author of 'Liquid Crystals' is Peter J. Collings.
- Q: What are some applications of liquid crystals mentioned in the book? A: The book discusses applications in temperature sensors, medical thermograms, liquid crystal displays, and devices like laptops and color televisions.
- Q: Is 'Liquid Crystals' suitable for readers without a science background? A: Yes, the book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for readers with a basic science background and an interest in learning more.
- Q: How many pages does 'Liquid Crystals' have? A: The book contains 248 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as a used book in good condition.
- Q: When was 'Liquid Crystals' published? A: The book was published on December 1, 1990.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Liquid Crystals' have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What is the significance of liquid crystals in technology? A: Liquid crystals play a crucial role in various technologies, particularly in display technology, which is essential for laptops and other electronic devices.
- Q: Does the book cover recent developments in liquid crystal research? A: Yes, it discusses new developments related to polymers, emulsions, and biological systems.