""The Growth of Colloidal Gold Particles Formed by the Bredig Method in Aqueous Solutions of Barium Chloride"" is a detailed scientific exploration into the formation and behavior of colloidal systems. Written by Leo Wendell Briggs, this work investigates the specific mechanics of the Bredig method-a process utilizing an electric arc between metallic electrodes-to produce gold particles within a liquid medium.
The study provides a rigorous analysis of how the introduction of barium chloride into aqueous solutions influences the stability, size, and growth patterns of gold hydrosols. By examining the interactions between electrolytes and metallic particles, Briggs offers foundational insights into physical chemistry and the properties of matter in a dispersed state. This research is particularly significant for its contribution to the early understanding of colloidal stability and the factors that prevent or encourage particle coagulation.
As a technical treatise from the early 20th century, this work serves as an important historical document in the field of chemistry. It bridges the gap between classical chemical theory and the nascent stages of what would eventually become modern nanotechnology. This book is a valuable resource for historians of science, physical chemists, and researchers interested in the experimental techniques used to study metallic colloids.
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Leo Wendell Briggs Imprint: Tradd Street Press Dimensions:
Height: 234mm,
Width: 156mm,
Spine: 2mm
Weight: 59g ISBN:9781025691480 ISBN 10: 1025691482 Pages: 32 Publication Date:14 February 2026 Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active