Principles of Crystallography

Author: Fang Qi Yu Wentao
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Publish Date: 2002-01-01
Features: The book is divided into 12 chapters, with the first 7 chapters discussing the theory of crystal symmetry, and the last 5 chapters discussing X-ray crystallography, which are the foundations of crystallography. The introduction elaborates on the macroscopic properties and microscopic structural characteristics of crystals, while the subsequent symmetry theory is throughout with the perspective of group theory. Chapters 2 and 3 discuss point operations and space operations, respectively, aiming to establish an accurate spatial view of crystals from a microscopic perspective. Chapter 4 provides a detailed discussion of two-dimensional crystallography as a microcosm of three-dimensional crystallography. Chapter 5, combined with Chapter 2, constitutes the content of crystallographic point groups. Chapter 6 provides a detailed discussion of lattices and their accompanying reciprocal lattices, deriving the general formula for affine transformations. Chapter 7, combined with Chapter 3, constitutes the main content of crystallographic space groups. Chapter 8 discusses the diffraction direction of crystals for X-rays. Chapter 9 discusses the diffraction intensity of X-rays, the analysis and structural representation of crystal structures, with a focus on the phase problem of structure factors. This book emphasizes the explanation of fundamental principles in crystallography, striving to combine intuition with computational feasibility, and achieving a balance between rigor and conciseness. It is suitable for science and technology workers, postgraduate students, and senior undergraduate students in fields such as structural chemistry, solid-state physics, and crystalline materials.