List of Symbols xvii

1. Introduction 1

2. Atomic Structure and Interatomic Bonding 19

3. The Structure of Crystalline Solids 49

4. Imperfections in Solids 97

5. Diffusion 129

6. Mechanical Properties of Metals 154

7. Dislocations and Strengthening Mechanisms 196

8. Failure 227

9. Phase Diagrams 271

10. Phase Transformations: Development of Microstructure and Alteration of Mechanical Properties 327

11. Applications and Processing of Metal Alloys 375

12. Structures and Properties of Ceramics 435

13. Applications and Processing of Ceramics 474

14. Polymer Structures 512

15. Characteristics, Applications, and Processing of Polymers 545

16. Composites 600

17. Corrosion and Degradation of Materials 645

18. Electrical Properties 688

19. Thermal Properties 741

20. Magnetic Properties 758

21. Optical Properties 792

22. Environmental and Societal Issues in Materials Science and Engineering 822

Appendix A The International System of Units (SI) A-1

Appendix B Properties of Selected Engineering Materials A-3

Appendix C Costs and Relative Costs for Selected Engineering Materials A-32

Appendix D Repeat Unit Structures for Common Polymers A-37

Appendix E Glass Transition and Melting Temperatures for Common Polymeric Materials A-41

Glossary G-1

Answers to Selected Problems PA-1

Index I-1