Robert B. Sosman
'The Properties of Silica' is a seminal scientific treatise by Robert B. Sosman that provides an exhaustive examination of one of the most abundant and important substances in the Earth’s crust. This work serves as a comprehensive introduction to the physical and chemical properties of silica, specifically focusing on its behavior in the solid, non-conducting state. Sosman meticulously categorizes and analyzes the various forms of silica, including quartz, tridymite, and cristobalite, while exploring their structural, thermal, and electrical characteristics.Written during a period of significant advancement in the understanding of mineralogy and chemical physics, this volume synthesizes a vast amount of experimental data and theoretical knowledge. It addresses the fundamental principles governing the solid state of matter, making it an invaluable resource for chemists, geologists, and materials scientists. The text delves into topics such as phase changes, symmetry, and the complex relationships between the different polymorphs of silicon dioxide.As a foundational text in mineralogy and industrial chemistry, 'The Properties of Silica' remains a vital reference for anyone studying the crystalline and amorphous states of inorganic compounds. Its rigorous approach to the classification and description of mineral properties underscores the historical and ongoing importance of silica in both natural science and industrial applications.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
