Introduction to Physical Polymer Science

by L.H. Sperling

Updated and revised, it focuses on the role of molecular conformation and configuration in determining the physical behavior of polymers. New features include the amorphous and crystalline states of polymers; macromolecular hypothesis and historical development of photophysics and fluorescence; thermodynamics of blending polymers and polymer/polymer phase diagrams; a discussion of rheology plus gelatinous materials; and a variety of contemporary topics emphasizing surface, interfacial and electrical behavior of polymers, nonlinear optics and high temperature substances. Each chapter includes several classroom demonstrations and problem sets.

624 pages, Hardcover

First published March 19, 1986

Reviews

[Jonnie Enloe]

Elementary but extremely meaningful composition of details of Polymer technology at molecular level and the combination of various components for a multitude of applications. Another book that I use constantly.

[Kelsey]

Not a bad textbook--but definitely not the best. The tables/figures are very helpful.

[Sabeena]

This book should be a staple for anyone looking to understand what polymers are, their properties, uses and applications. extremely comprehensive and clear.
Chapters are organised really well, they don't need to be read all the way through in one direction, you can keep going back to sections that you need in a non linear fashion. An absolutely great reference book.