Thermal Analysis

Designed for newcomers to the field of thermal analysis (TA), this book provides a detailed introduction to the basic principles of instrument operation, advice on sample preparation and a guide to the interpretation of results. It can be followed in the course of routine lab work.

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This handbook has been designed to acquaint newcomers to the field of thermal analysis (TA) by providing a detailed introduction to the basic principles of instrument operation, advice on sample preparation and a guide to the interpretation of results. The text can be followed in the course of routine lab work. The main TA techniques considered include differential scanning calorimetry, differential thermal analysis and thermogravity.