This book emphasizes the physical principles underlying the theoretical interpretation of the basic crystalline, electric and magnetic properties of solids. Its self-contained chapters are widely used as a reference and provide invaluable grounding for physicists and metallurgists.
Principles of Solidification treats its subject mainly in relation to metals and alloys; but he principles are applicable, to a large extent, to any substance that can exist in crystalline and liquid forms. Solidification is examined in terms of the atomic events by virtue of which it takes place and the thermal and diffusive processes by which it is controlled.