Zeta Potential: Fundamentals, Methods, and Applications provides an up-to-date exploration of the principles and practice of zeta potential measurements. Tailored for an interdisciplinary audience, the book is invaluable for researchers, engineers, and students in fields like materials science, chemistry, and nanotechnology. It delves into the role of zeta potential in complex heterogeneous liquids such as dispersions and emulsions, and its significance in biomedical and industrial applications. By offering comprehensive yet accessible coverage, this book aims to bridge the educational gap and enhance understanding of this essential electric double layer characteristic.
In addition to covering fundamental principles, the book emphasizes modern measurement methods, including electrophoresis, electroacoustics, and streaming current. It highlights the switch towards using zeta potential in formulation and quality control, providing a thorough review of published research. This allows readers to find data relevant to their projects. The book is a crucial resource for those who wish to navigate the complexities of zeta potential applications, ensuring precise and reliable results in their work.
In addition to covering fundamental principles, the book emphasizes modern measurement methods, including electrophoresis, electroacoustics, and streaming current. It highlights the switch towards using zeta potential in formulation and quality control, providing a thorough review of published research. This allows readers to find data relevant to their projects. The book is a crucial resource for those who wish to navigate the complexities of zeta potential applications, ensuring precise and reliable results in their work.
Table of Contents
SECTION I: FundamentalsChapter 1: Introduction to Electrokinetics
Chapter 2: Electric Double Layer models
Chapter 3: Electrophoresis
Chapter 4: Electroacoustics
Chapter 5: Streaming potential/current
Chapter 6: Other electrokinetic phenomena
SECTION II: Methods
Chapter 7: Introduction to measurement methods
Chapter 8: Electrophoretic mobility measurements
Chapter 9: Electroacoustic measurements
Chapter 10: Streaming potential/current measurements
Chapter 11: Methods based on conductivity measurement
Chapter 12: Electroosmosis measurements
SECTION III: Applications
Chapter 13: Introduction to applications
Chapter 14: Titrations
Chapter 15: Zeta potential applications in electronic industry
Chapter 16: Zeta potential of cement slurry
Chapter 17: Zeta potential of membranes
Chapter 18: Biological and biomedical applications
Chapter 19: Other applications of zeta potential measurement
Appendix 1 A: Brief history of Electrokinetics
Appendix 2 B: Physical constants in Electrokinetics
Appendix 3 C: Table of Symbols
Appendix 4 D: Terms in Electrokinetics
