Ebook: International Tables for Crystallography Volume H: Powder diffraction

Powder diffraction is the most widely used crystallographic method with applications spanning all aspects of structural science. This volume of International Tables covers all aspects of the technique with over 50 chapters written by experts in the field.

The volume contains seven parts:

Part 1 provides an introduction to the principles of powder diffraction.
Part 2 covers instrumentation for laboratory X-ray studies, synchrotron, neutron and electron diffraction, 2D diffraction, and special environments (temperature, pressure, magnetic fields, reaction cells). Sample preparation is also covered.
Part 3 describes the different methodologies used in powder diffraction.
Part 4 covers structure determination and validation.
Part 5 discusses defects, texture and microstructure: stress and strain, grain size and thin films.
Part 6 provides a useful review of available software.
Part 7 describes applications to many areas of industrial and academic importance including: macromolecules, zeolites, mining, ceramics, cement, forensic science, archaeology and pharmaceuticals. Both the theory and applications are discussed.

Volume H is the key reference for all powder diffractionists from beginners to advanced practitioners. It has been designed to be a practical volume without sacrificing rigour. Many examples of the method are discussed in detail and in several cases the data used are available to download.