polymerization, suspensions, emulsions, and adsorption fundamentals Yadav, Shramila Gupta, Meenakshi text Berlin De Gruyter 2026 monographic eng

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xvi, 308 p. Polymers, colloids, and surface chemistry are interconnected areas that play significant roles in the development and functionality of various products and technologies. The book helps to address issues related to material performance, stability and interactions. It begins with an introduction to polymers, covering their history, classification, nomenclature, molecular weight, and industrial significance. The chemistry of polymerization is then discussed in detail, including the mechanisms and kinetics of free radical, cationic, anionic, step-growth, and coordination polymerization, along with industrial techniques. The book also delves into polymer solutions, emphasizing thermodynamics, solubility, phase behavior, and applications in industries such as plastics, coatings, and biomedical fields. Moving to colloid chemistry, it explores colloidal systems, their comparison with true solutions and suspensions, types, preparation methods, and industrial relevance. edited by Shramila Yadav and Meenakshi Gupta Includes bibliographical references and index. Eng Polymer chemistry Polymerization Surface chemistry 547.7 POL- 9783119146647 260806 20260806160857.0