Colloid Electro-optics

Presenting a comprehensive theoretical description of phenomena and properties in a broad range of colloidal systems, this book is concerned with theory, experimental methodology, and applications of colloid electro-optics. It lays down the fundamentals of electro-optics theory for colloidal particles and provides an extensive description of the powerful methods used for characterizing these systems. Chapters on experimental methods and on extensive critical evaluation of current data for colloids, polymers, and biological systems make this a stimulating volume for colloid materials and biological scientists. Key Features * Discusses the theory of electro-optics in colloidal systems, interfacial phenomena, surface charge distribution, and zeta potential * Describes methods for characterizing geometrical, optical, and electrical properties of disperse colloidal systems * Presents experimental methods and techniques * Discusses applications in materials science (oxides, clays, minerals, dyes) and biological systems (viruses, cells, organelles, membranes, nucleic acids, and protein)