Solid State Chemistry

The course will illustrate characterization and properties of molecular and polymeric compounds in the solid state. In particular, in this course, the characterization of solid phases will be treated through advanced powder diffraction techniques (X-rays, neutrons). Furthermore, the solid state properties of materials of energetic and environmental interest and of industrial interest will be described.

The student will acquire skills in the use of advanced solid state characterization techniques and in the description of the properties of solid state molecular and polymeric materials. Furthermore, the student will correlate the crystalline structure of these materials, with their physical and chemical properties for industrial, energetic and environmental applications.