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What is a grain boundary?
It is the area where two grains meet and where there is atomic mismatch.
Which of the following materials are considered amorphous?
Amorphous materials usually exhibit long-range atomic order.
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What is an interstitial defect?
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What is a substitutional defect?
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Which elements are commonly used as dopants in silicon?
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Amorphous silicon is used to make ________ for active matrix displays.
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What happens to the number of interstitial atoms or ions when temperature changes?
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What is the coordination number for face-centered cubic (FCC) crystal structure?
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What is the atomic packing factor (APF) for the face-centered cubic (FCC) crystal structure?
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What is the coordination number for body-centered cubic (BCC) crystal structure?
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What is the atomic packing factor (APF) for the body-centered cubic (BCC) crystal structure?
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What is the coordination number for hexagonal close-packed (HCP) structures?
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What is the atomic packing factor (APF) for hexagonal close-packed (HCP) structures?
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Which of the following metals has a body-centered cubic (BCC) structure?
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Which type of bonding is primarily responsible for the properties of metals?
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What is the primary reason for metals being good conductors of electricity?
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Ionic bonded materials are typically good conductors of heat and electricity.
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What term describes the phenomenon of a material having multiple crystal structures?
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In ceramics, anions are ______ charged, while cations are ______ charged.
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What is the coordination number for face-centered cubic (FCC) structures?
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What is the relationship between unit cell length 'a' and atomic radius 'R' for face-centered cubic (FCC) structures?
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What is the atomic packing factor (APF) for face-centered cubic (FCC) structures?
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What is the coordination number for body-centered cubic (BCC) structures?
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What is the relationship between unit cell length 'a' and atomic radius 'R' for body-centered cubic (BCC) structures?
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What is the coordination number for hexagonal close-packed (HCP) structures?
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What is the theoretical density formula for a metallic solid?
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Which bonding type is characterized by a 'sea of electrons'?
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Metals are typically electrical and thermal insulators.
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The atomic packing factor (APF) for body-centered cubic (BCC) structures is ____.
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What is the crystal structure called for metals with a cubic unit cell having atoms located at each of the corners and a single atom at the center?
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Which of the following describes the role of a materials scientist?
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The structure of a material can be classified as macroscopic, microscopic, and atomic.
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List the six categories of properties for solid materials.
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The atomic mass unit (amu) is defined based on the atomic mass of carbon, specifically ___ .
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Which of the following materials are classified as ceramics?
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What is the primary characteristic of metals and alloys?
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Which of the following statements about polymers is true?
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What type of bonding occurs when electrons are shared between two nearby atoms?
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Semiconductors have electrical properties that are strictly that of insulators.
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Which group of materials is formed by combining two or more individual materials?
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The most common and familiar composite is ___ .
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What is the significance of valence electrons?
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The principal quantum number (n) can take on which type of values?
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What does the term 'smart material' refer to?
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Study Notes
Introduction to Materials Science and Engineering
- Materials Science: Examines relationships between structural characteristics and material properties.
- Materials Engineering: Uses structural-property correlations to design materials with specific properties.
- Role of Materials Scientists: Develop or synthesize new materials.
- Role of Materials Engineers: Create products from existing materials and improve processing techniques.
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Material Structure: Defined at subatomic, atomic, microscopic, and macroscopic levels.
- Subatomic: Electrons and nuclei interactions.
- Atomic: Arrangement of atoms/molecules.
- Microscopic: Grouping of atoms observable through microscopes.
- Macroscopic: Visual structures perceivable by the naked eye.
Properties of Materials
- Definition: Material traits in response to specific stimuli; independent of shape and size.
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Categories of Properties:
- Mechanical: Related to deformation under load (e.g., elastic modulus, strength).
- Electrical: Involves response to electric fields (e.g., electrical conductivity).
- Thermal: Relates to heat capacity and conductivity.
- Magnetic: Response to magnetic fields.
- Optical: Involves electromagnetic radiation (e.g., index of refraction).
- Deteriorative: Related to chemical reactivity.
- Processing and Performance: Material structure influenced by processing methods; performance driven by properties.
Importance of Studying Materials Science
- Critical for solving engineering design problems.
- Aids in selecting appropriate materials.
- Informs on in-service characteristics and deterioration.
- Enhances understanding of property trade-offs and material economics.
Classification of Materials
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Five Main Groups:
- Metals and Alloys: Characterized by orderly atom arrangement, excellent conductivity, high strength and ductility.
- Ceramics: Inorganic compounds, strong and hard but brittle; used in high-temperature applications.
- Polymers: Organic compounds with low density; variable properties (thermoplastics and thermosetting).
- Composites: Combination of materials to achieve superior properties; categorized into particle-reinforced, fiber-reinforced, and structural composites.
- Semiconductors: Intermediate electrical properties, essential for electronic devices.
Advanced Materials
- Definition: Materials used in high-tech applications, often enhanced traditional materials or new high-performance types.
- Biomaterials: Compatible with body tissues, used in medical applications.
- Smart Materials: Respond to environmental stimuli with systems involving sensors and actuators (e.g., PZT).
- Nanomaterials: Exhibit unique properties due to their nanoscale size, utilized across various industries but raise safety concerns.
Atomic Structure
- Components of Atoms: Nucleus (protons and neutrons) surrounded by electrons, with charges of ±1.60 x 10^-19 C.
- Atomic Number (Z): Number of protons in the nucleus, determining elemental identity.
- Isotopes: Variants of elements with different neutron counts but the same proton count.
- Atomic Mass: Sum of protons and neutrons, expressed in atomic mass units (amu).
Atomic Models
- Bohr Model: Simplified model where electrons orbit the nucleus in discrete energy levels; limited in explaining several phenomena.
- Wave-Mechanical Model: Describes electrons as both particles and waves, using probability distributions instead of fixed orbits.
Quantum Numbers
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Four Quantum Numbers: Define electron characteristics in an atom and include:
- Principal Quantum Number (n): Indicates distance from the nucleus and energy level.
- Specific Values and Designations: Shells designated as K, L, M, etc., corresponding to integer values starting at 1.### Quantum Numbers and Electron Configurations
- The second quantum number (l) indicates the subshell shape:
- s (spherical), p (dumbbell), d, f (complex shapes).
- Subshell count is determined by the principal quantum number (n).
- Each subshell has a set number of energy states defined by the third quantum number (ml):
- s: 1 state, p: 3 states, d: 5 states, f: 7 states.
- In the absence of a magnetic field, subshell energy states are identical; they split under magnetic influence.
- Spin moment of electrons is represented by the fourth quantum number (ms), with possible values of +1/2 and -1/2, indicating spin direction.
- Electron configurations are described using the Pauli exclusion principle, which states each state can hold a maximum of two electrons with opposite spins.
- Maximum electrons for subshells:
- s: 2, p: 6, d: 10, f: 14.
- Atoms adopt a "ground state" when all electrons occupy the lowest energy levels.
- Electron configurations represented as superscripts next to shell-subshell designations (e.g., H: 1s1, He: 1s2, Na: 1s2 2s2 2p6 3s1).
- Valence electrons are those in the outermost shell, crucial for bonding and influencing chemical properties.
- Noble gases (Ne, Ar, Kr, He) have stable electron configurations with filled valence shells, making them chemically inert.
The Periodic Table
- Elements organized by increasing atomic number in periods (rows) and groups (columns).
- Elements in the same group exhibit similar chemical and physical properties due to identical valence electron structures.
- Group 0 consists of inert gases with filled electron shells.
- Group VIIA elements (halogens) are one electron short of stable configurations; VIA elements are two short.
- Alkali (Group IA) and alkaline earth metals (IIA) have excess electrons (1 and 2 respectively) compared to stable configurations.
- Transition metals (Group IIIB to IIB) have partially filled d states.
- Elements on the left are more electropositive (lose electrons), while those on the right are electronegative (gain electrons).
- Electronegativity increases from left to right and from bottom to top of the periodic table.
Primary Interatomic Bonds
Ionic Bonding
- Ionic bonding involves metallic and nonmetallic elements forming compounds (e.g., NaCl).
- Metals lose valence electrons to form positive ions, while nonmetals gain them to become negative ions.
- Bonding forces are coulombic, attracting oppositely charged ions.
- Ionic bonds are non-directional; stability requires a three-dimensional arrangement of ions.
Covalent Bonding
- Covalent bonds result from the sharing of electrons between atoms, leading to stable configurations.
- Molecules like methane (CH4) illustrate covalent bonding, with carbon and hydrogen sharing electrons for stability.
- Bonding capability depends on the number of valence electrons; e.g., chlorine can bond with one other atom.
- Covalent bonds vary in strength, from strong (diamond) to weak (bismuth).
Metallic Bonding
- Metallic bonding features delocalized valence electrons forming a "sea of electrons" that free-flow across a metallic structure.
- The bonding is non-directional due to the mobility of electrons, which helps shield positively charged ion cores from repulsion.
- Bonding energies for metals vary; for instance, mercury has lower energy compared to tungsten.
Secondary Bonding (Van der Waals)
- Weaker than primary bonds, with energy approximately 10 kJ/mol.
- Present between all atoms and molecules; significant in inert gases and covalently bonded substances.
- Arises from dipole interactions, including hydrogen bonding in specific molecular compounds.
Crystal Structures and Unit Cells
- Crystalline materials feature a regular, periodic arrangement of atoms over large distances, exhibiting long-range order.
- Unit cells represent the basic structural unit of crystalline solids:
- Small, repeating units generating the entire structure.
- Typically cubic or parallelepiped shapes for convenience.
- Common metallic crystal structures include face-centered cubic (FCC), body-centered cubic (BCC), and hexagonal close-packed (HCP).
Face-Centered Cubic Crystal Structure
- FCC structure found in metals like copper and gold.
- Atoms are located at corners and face centers of the cubic unit cell.
- Each unit cell comprises four atoms (integration of shared corner and face atoms).
- Coordination number for FCC is 12, indicating ample nearest-neighbor connections.
Summary of Material Behaviors
- Metals generally exhibit good conduction of heat and electricity due to delocalized electrons.
- Ionic and covalently bonded materials often act as insulators due to the absence of free-moving electrons.
- Metals tend to fail in a ductile manner, whereas ionic compounds are more brittle due to their charged nature.### Atomic Packing Factor (APF)
- APF quantifies the fraction of solid sphere volume in a unit cell, calculated as the volume of atoms in a unit cell divided by the total unit cell volume.
- Face-Centered Cubic (FCC) structure has an APF of 0.74, signifying maximum packing efficiency for uniform spheres.
- Metals tend to have high APFs, which enhance shielding from free electron clouds.
Body-Centered Cubic (BCC) Crystal Structure
- BCC unit cell includes atoms at all eight corners and a single atom in the center.
- Coordination number is 8, indicating each center atom has eight corner atoms as nearest neighbors.
- BCC has lower APF (0.68) compared to FCC due to its structural arrangement.
- Metals such as chromium, iron, and tungsten possess a BCC structure.
Hexagonal Close-Packed (HCP) Structure
- HCP features a unit cell with hexagonal symmetry, characterized by top and bottom hexagonal planes and a midplane of atoms.
- Coordination number and APF for HCP is the same as for FCC: both have a coordination number of 12 and an APF of 0.74.
- HCP metals include cadmium, magnesium, titanium, and zinc; however, they are generally less ductile than FCC metals.
Density Computation for Metals
- Theoretical density of metals can be computed utilizing the formula: ρ = (nA) / (VcNA), where:
- n = number of atoms per unit cell
- A = atomic weight
- Vc = volume of the unit cell
- NA = Avogadro's number (6.022 × 10²³ mol⁻¹)
Ceramics Crystal Structures
- Ceramics are typically more complex structures comprising ionic or covalent bonding with different elements.
- Crystal structures can be conceptualized as arrays of cations (positively charged ions) and anions (negatively charged ions) that maintain electrical neutrality.
- The ratio of cation radius to anion radius (rC/rA) determines the coordination number, influencing the arrangement of ion neighbors.
Coordination Numbers for Ceramics
- Coordination numbers for ceramics vary based on the rC/rA ratio:
- 2 for rC/rA < 0.155 (linear arrangement)
- 3 for 0.155 < rC/rA < 0.225 (triangular arrangement)
- 4 for 0.225 < rC/rA < 0.414 (tetrahedral arrangement)
- 6 for 0.414 < rC/rA < 0.732 (octahedral arrangement)
- 8 for 0.732 < rC/rA < 1.0 (cubic arrangement)
- 12 for rC/rA > 1.0 (octahedral coordination)
Common AX-Type Crystal Structures
- AX compounds, where A is the cation and X is the anion, often possess coordination numbers of 4, 6, or 8.
- Examples of AX compounds include NaCl, MgO, and SiC.
- Compounds with different cation charges can be represented as AmXp, such as CaF2 (fluorite).
Polymorphism and Allotropy
- Polymorphism refers to the ability of materials to exist in multiple crystal forms based on temperature and pressure conditions.
- Allotropes are specific forms of polymorphs found in elemental solids, such as graphite and diamond in carbon.
- Iron transitions from BCC to FCC at 912°C.
Crystal Systems Classification
- Crystals are categorized based on unit cell geometries, subdivided into seven systems: cubic, tetragonal, hexagonal, orthorhombic, rhombohedral, monoclinic, and triclinic.
- Each crystal system has distinct lattice parameters defined by edge lengths (a, b, c) and interaxial angles (α, β, γ).
Crystallographic Directions and Planes
- Directions in crystalline materials are notated using indices enclosed in square brackets, such as [uvw].
- For hexagonal crystals, a four-index Miller-Bravais system [uvtw] addresses directional representation.
- Planes are denoted with Miller indices (hkl), with procedures for identifying intersections and reciprocals of intercept lengths.
Single vs. Polycrystalline Materials
- Single crystals have uninterrupted atomic arrangements, commonly utilized in technologies like microelectronics.
- Polycrystalline materials comprise multiple small crystals or grains with varying orientations; they are more prevalent than single crystals in nature.
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