Condensed Matter in a Nutshell

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A comprehensive introduction to condensed matter and material physics Condensed Matter in a Nutshell is the most concise accessible and self-contained introduction to this exciting and cutting-edge area of modern physics. This premier textbook covers all the standard topics including crystal structures energy bands phonons optical properties ferroelectricity superconductivity and magnetism. It includes in-depth discussions of transport theory nanoscience and semiconductors and also features the latest experimental advances in this fast-developing field such as high-temperature superconductivity the quantum Hall effect graphene nanotubes localization Hubbard models density functional theory phonon focusing and Kapitza resistance. Rich in detail and full of examples and problems this textbook is the complete resource for a two-semester graduate course in condensed matter and material physics. Covers standard topics like crystal structures energy bands and phonons Features the latest advances like high-temperature superconductivity and more Full of instructive examples and challenging problems Solutions manual (available only to teachers)