Table of Contents: Matter and Energy. Atomic Structure. Chemical Bonding. Molecular Orbitals. Inorganic Compounds. Polymers. Organic Solids. Metals. Crystal Geometry. Structural Imperfections. Surfaces and Interfaces. Diffusion. Chemical Equilibrium and Reaction Rates. Electrochemical Reactions. Corrosion and Oxidation. Phase Diagrams. Phase Transformations. Structural and Property Changes. Elastic Behavior. Permanent Deformation. Mechanical Failure. Electrical Conduction in Solids. Semiconductors. Thermal Properties of Materials. Magnetic Behavior. Dielectric Materials. Optical Properties. Index of Specific Materials and Substances. Index of Subjects.