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Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not
used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad
quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are
images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to
keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the
original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain
imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made
available for future generations to enjoy.
Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not
used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad
quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are
images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to
keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the
original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain
imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made
available for future generations to enjoy.
Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not
used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad
quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are
images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to
keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the
original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain
imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made
available for future generations to enjoy.
One of the first books to approach magnetism from a metal physics
perspective, Permanent Magnetism presents research ideas that are
being translated into commercial reality for ferrite and Nd-Fe-B
magnets, and follows the discovery of interstitial, intermetallic
materials. Written by well-known authors, the book contains a
comprehensive yet concise treatment of the fundamental theory
underlying permanent magnetism and illustrates applications with
modern, permanent magnetic materials, including ceramics and
intermetallic compounds. Each chapter contains worked examples to
reinforce applications and the appendices include detailed
mathematics and tabular data on material properties.
Phase transitions in minerals are of interest to a wide spectrum of
scientists - geolo- gists, mineralogists, solid state chemists, and
physicists. We have now reached the point where mean field theory
or Landau Theory of phase transitions as a function of temperature,
pressure, or chemical composition can be usefully applied to
natural materials, resulting in an improved understanding of the
thermodynamics of signifi- cant constituents of the earth. Given
the chemical complexity of so many silicate solid solutions, there
are two distinct approaches to the problems posed by common
minerals: one is to con- centrate on model compounds which could be
synthetic analogs or natural end- members; the other is to work on
typical minerals, with all the disorder and inhomogeneity that this
implies. Model compounds provide the elements needed to build up a
realistic understanding of the thermodynamic behavior of natural
inor- ganic materials in all their complexity. In the first part of
the book, a number of papers are devoted to structural phase
transitions in quartz, Na-and Ca-feldspars, MgSi0 perovskite, and
PbI , where Landau Theory and lattice and molecular 3 2 dynamics
have been used to explain or predict thermodynamic behavior. A
different thermodynamic approach has been used to understand phase
separation and atomic ordering in solid solutions such as olivines,
pyroxenes, rhombohedral carbonates and oxides. E. Salje (Chapter 1)
applies the Landau Theory for the second-order phase transi- tion
to the feldspar end-members albite, NaAlSi0 , and anorthite,
CaAlSi0 .
Following in the lineage of Adsorption by Carbons (Bottani &
Tascon, 2008), this work explores current research within
contemporary novel carbon adsorbents. Both basic and applied
aspects are discussed for this important class of materials. The
first section of the book introduces physical adsorption and
carbonaceous materials, and is followed by a section concerning the
fundamentals of adsorption by carbons. This leads to development of
a series of theoretical concepts that serve as an introduction to
the following section in which adsorption is mainly envisaged as a
tool to characterize the porous texture and surface chemistry of
carbons. Particular attention is paid to novel nanocarbons, and the
electrochemistry of adsorption by carbons is also addressed.
Finally, several important technological applications of gas and
liquid adsorption by carbons in areas such as environmental
protection and energy storage constitute the last section of the
book.
Encompasses fundamental science of adsorption by carbons, in
one location, supporting current R&D without extensive
literature review Describes adsorption as it is currently applied
to major novel types of carbon materials, including carbon gels,
carbide-derived carbons, zeolite-templated carbvons, hydrothermal
carbons, carbon nanohorns and graphene Specific discussion of fuel
storage, environmental remediation and biomedical applications, of
contemporary interest to many surface chemists and
applications-focused researchers
Many people grapple with destructive thought processes or a
"critical inner voice" that directs their behavior and, to varying
degrees, limits their lives. Using deeply personal and very human
stories based on his own clinical practice, noted psychologist
Robert W. Firestone illustrates the struggles of his clients to
give words to this "enemy within," and in the process overcome its
damaging influence. These revealing and captivating stories offer
glimpses into the uniquely human relationship that develops in the
therapeutic encounter and demonstrate the powerful impact that the
experience has on both client and therapist. Dr. Firestone is the
originator of a therapeutic method called "Voice Therapy," by which
clients learn to identify the language of the defense system and
eventually separate their own point of view from its harmful
effects. Each story provides an intimate look into one person's
life, illuminates aspects of his or her "dark side," and highlights
an important insight into the therapeutic process. This sensitively
written book will evoke emotional responses in readers, and inspire
them to take action to challenge the dictates of their own inner
critic. Taken together, these stories underscore the distinctive
merits and continuing relevance of the therapeutic process,
especially in our distracted, technological world increasingly
detached from feeling.
Covering basic physical concepts, experimental methods, and
applications, this book is an indispensable text on the fascinating
science of magnetism, and an invaluable source of practical
reference data. Accessible, authoritative, and assuming
undergraduate familiarity with vectors, electromagnetism and
quantum mechanics, this textbook is well suited to graduate
courses. Emphasis is placed on practical calculations and numerical
magnitudes - from nanoscale to astronomical scale - focussing on
modern applications, including permanent magnet structures and spin
electronic devices. Each self-contained chapter begins with a
summary, and ends with exercises and further reading. The book is
thoroughly illustrated with over 600 figures to help convey
concepts and explain ideas clearly. Easily digestible tables and
data sheets provide a wealth of useful information on magnetic
properties. The thirty-eight principal magnetic materials, and many
more related compounds, are treated in detail.
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In his monumental "Critique of Pure Reason, " German philosopher
Immanuel Kant (1724-1804) argues that human knowledge is limited by
the capacity for perception. He attempts a logical designation of
two varieties of knowledge: "a posteriori, " the knowledge acquired
through experience; and "a priori, " knowledge not derived through
experience. Kant maintains that the most practical forms of human
knowledge employ the "a priori" judgments that are possible only
when the mind determines the conditions of its own experience. This
accurate translation by J. M. Meiklejohn offers a simple and direct
rendering of Kant's work that is suitable for readers at all
levels.
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