INTRODUCTION TO LIQUID STATE PHYSICS

This important book provides an introduction to the liquid state. A qualitative description of liquid properties is first given, followed by detailed chapters on thermodynamics, liquid structure in relation to interaction forces, and transport properties such as diffusion and viscosity.

The treatment includes complex fluids such as anisotropic liquid crystals and polymers, as well as technically important topics such as non‑Newtonian and turbulent flows. Surface properties and the characteristics of the liquid‑vapour critical point are also discussed. While the book focuses on classical liquids, the final chapter deals with quantal fluids.