Band Theory of Solids: An Introduction from the Point of View of Symmetry / Edition 1

by Simon L. Altmann

Overview

The structure of much of solid-state theory comes directly from group theory, but until now there has been no elementary introduction to the band theory of solids which adopts this approach. This book provides such an introduction, employing only the simplest and most basic of group theoretical ideas, and emphasizing the significance of symmetry in determining many of the essential concepts used in the subject. Topics include: the free-electron model, the reciprocal lattice and the Fourier series, space group representations, phonons and conductivity, and surface and impurity states, among many others. Numerous problems are included which enable the reader to apply the major ideas and to complete some parts of the treatment. Students and researchers in chemistry and other physical sciences will find the book the introduction to band theory they have been waiting for.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780198558668
Publisher:	Oxford University Press
Publication date:	05/26/1994
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	300
Product dimensions:	6.13(w) x 9.13(h) x 0.69(d)

About the Author

Brasenose College, Oxford (Emeritus)

Table of Contents

1. The Free-Electron Picture2. Symmetry and Group Theory3. Space Groups4. The Reciprocal Lattice and the Fourier Series5. Bloch Functions and Brillouin Zones6. Space Group Representations7. The Representation of Space Groups: An Example8. Brillouin Zones and Energy Bands9. Bands and Fermi Surfaces in Metals and Semiconductors10. Methods of Calculation of Band Structure11. Phonons and Conductivity12. Phase Stability: Brillouin Zone Effects13. Wannier Functions and Löwdin Orbitals14. Surface and Impurity States15. Solutions to the ProblemsReferencesIndex

Editorial Reviews

"A uniform treatment. Numerous problems throughout the book, for which complete solutions are given in its last chapter, provide an opportunity not only for applying the major ideas discussed but also for completing some parts of the treatment." —Mathematical Reviews

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