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Page 1: Introduction

  • Title: The Chemistry of Engineering Materials

  • Lecture By: Engr. Joseph Kitma III

  • Institution: Saint Louis University, School of Engineering and Architecture, Department of Chemical Engineering

  • Focus: Basic Concepts of Crystal Structure

Page 2: Crystal Structure

  • Definition:

    • Crystal structure describes the ordered arrangement of atoms, ions, or molecules in a crystalline material.

  • Crystallography:

    • The experimental science of determining the atomic arrangement in crystalline solids.

  • Example: Strontium Titanate (SrTiO3)

    • Bright atoms represent strontium, darker atoms represent titanium.

  • Illustration:

    • Atomic resolution image of strontium titanate.

Page 3: Atoms and Ions

  • Atom:

    • The smallest constituent unit of ordinary matter with the properties of a chemical element.

    • All states of matter are composed of neutral or ionized atoms.

  • Ion:

    • An atom or molecule with a net electrical charge due to unequal numbers of protons and electrons.

  • Illustration:

    • Depiction of the helium atom's nucleus and electron cloud.

Page 4: Molecular Charge

  • Cation:

    • A positively charged ion.

  • Anion:

    • A negatively charged ion.

  • Molecule:

    • An electrically neutral group of two or more atoms bonded together.

Page 5: Crystalline Solids

  • Definition:

    • A solid material whose constituents are arranged in a highly ordered microscopic structure, forming a crystal lattice that extends in all directions.

  • Crystal Lattice:

    • Symmetric patterns repeating in three-dimensional space.

  • Visualization:

    • Representation of a 3D Cartesian coordinate system.

Page 6: Crystal Definition

  • Crystal:

    • Any solid material with component atoms arranged in a definite pattern, reflecting internal symmetry.

  • Crystal Faces:

    • The external surfaces that reflect the internal order.

Page 7: Unit Cell

  • Unit Cell:

    • The smallest repeating unit of a crystal lattice that defines its symmetry and structure.

    • Repeated translations of the unit cell create the entire crystal lattice.

  • Bravais Lattice:

    • The points in the lattice that define the unit cell's symmetrical structure.

Page 8: Unit Cells - Overview

  • Overview of unit cells and basic structures in crystalline materials.

Page 9: Crystalline Lattice

  • Crystalline Lattice:

    • Regular arrangement of atoms in a crystalline solid.

  • Particles' Goal:

    • Minimize energy by arranging themselves efficiently.

  • Circles in representation:

    • Represent lattice points occupied by atoms, ions, or molecules.

Page 10: Unit Cells - Characteristics

  • Coordination Number:

    • The number of nearest neighbor atoms that an atom interacts with.

  • Packing Efficiency:

    • Percentage of volume of the unit cell occupied by atoms; higher coordination leads to greater packing efficiency.

Page 11: Simple Cubic Lattice

  • Structure:

    • One atom at each corner of the cubic unit cell, touching along each edge (1 = 2r).

  • Atoms per unit cell:

    • Each corner contributes 1/8 of an atom, totaling to one atom per unit cell.

Page 12: Simple Cubic Unit Cell Details

  • Details of the simple cubic unit cell, including coordination number (6) and how it computes atoms per unit cell.

Page 13: Coordination in Crystal

  • Coordination Number:

    • Defined as 6 for the simple cubic structure.

  • Calculation:

    • Atoms per unit cell = 1 (from 1/8 of 8 corner atoms).

Page 14: Packing Efficiency Calculation

  • Formula:

    • Packing Efficiency (P.E.) = (Volume occupied by atoms / Volume of the unit cell) × 100%

  • Example Calculation:

    • Packing efficiency determined for the simple cubic lattice is approximately 52%.

Page 15: Body-Centered Cubic Lattice

  • Overview and structure of the body-centered cubic unit cell with one atom at the center and corner atoms.

Page 16: Body-Centered Cubic Structure

  • Atoms touch along the diagonal of the cube, not along the edges.

  • Mathematical Relationships:

    • Relationships between lengths and radii are given for body-centered cubic cells.

Page 17: Body-Centered Cubic Properties

  • Coordination Number:

    • Coordination number is 8.

  • Atoms per unit cell:

    • Counts to two: one from corners and one from the center.

Page 18: Face-Centered Cubic Lattice

  • Introduction to the face-centered cubic lattice structure.

Page 19: Face-Centered Cubic Structure

  • Atoms located at the corners and the center of each face.

  • Touch Points:

    • Atoms touch along the diagonal face.

Page 20: Face-Centered Cubic Details

  • Coordination Number:

    • Coordination number of 12.

  • Atoms per unit cell:

    • Each corner contributes to atoms; total is 4 atoms per unit cell.

Page 21: Volume and Atomic Properties

  • Calculation of radius and volume for body-centered cubic unit cells.

  • Key Formula:

    • Volume, mass, and density calculations relevant to material properties.

Page 22: Density Calculation

  • Density Formula:

    • ρ = mass / volume; specific example calculated for Cr.

Page 23: Density Example

  • Example showing density of chromium calculated to be 7.18 g/cm³.

  • Explains consideration of significant figures.

Page 24: Closest-Packed Structures

  • Concept of stacking atoms in layers for efficient packing of crystal structures.

Page 25: Layer Arrangement

  • Efficiency in atomic packing achieved by offsetting layers.

  • Layers:

    • Shifts in layer arrangement improve packing efficiency.

Page 26: Hexagonal Closest Packing

  • Describes hexagonal closest packing structure with an ABAB layer arrangement.

  • Coordination number of 12 and 74% packing efficiency.

Page 27: Hexagonal Unit Cell

  • Visual representation of the hexagonal unit cell structure highlighting layer alignment.

Page 28: Cubic Closest Packing

  • Description of cubic closest packing structured in an ABC pattern.

  • Identifies coordination number and packing efficiency similar to face-centered cubic.

Page 29: Crystal Systems

  • Overview of crystal systems and their classification based on shape and symmetry.

  • Goal:

    • Quantitative description of unit cell shapes and lattice points.

Page 30: Unit Cell Classification

  • Discussion on symmetry requirements for unit cells to stack efficiently.

  • Shapes:

    • Cube versus non-cubic shapes like pentagons.

Page 31: Symmetry

  • Definition:

    • Symmetry described as mathematical rules detailing object shape.

  • Sphere:

    • Example of perfect symmetry with infinite symmetry planes and axes.

Page 32: Crystal Space Groups

  • Definition of Crystal:

    • Periodic arrangement of repeating motifs such as atoms.

  • Space Group:

    • Describes the total symmetry operations possible in a crystal pattern.

Page 33: Translational Symmetry

  • Space Group Includes:

    • Translational and Point Symmetries.

  • Translational Symmetries:

    • Invisible under normal magnification; involve shifting movements through specified distances.

Page 34: Point Symmetries

  • Definition:

    • Macroscopically visible symmetry operations.

  • Types:

    • Includes reflection, rotational symmetry, and inversion.

Page 35: Center of Symmetry

  • Example:

    • Item with opposite faces reflecting parts through a central point (inversion).

Page 36: Mirror Symmetry

  • Definition capturing the concept of an object being symmetric with respect to different planes of reflection.

  • Example:

    • Bilateral symmetry in vertebrates.

Page 37: Rotational Symmetry

  • Concept:

    • Defined by points around which an object appears unchanged after rotation through specified angles.

  • N-Fold Symmetry

    • Describes multiple symmetrical states during 360° of rotation.

Page 38: N-fold Roto-Inversion Symmetry

  • Describes operations where an object is rotated followed by inversion.

Page 39: Multiple Symmetry Types

  • Objects can possess different symmetry types such as rotation combined with reflection.

Page 40: Basic Symmetry Elements

  • Overview of basic rotation and symmetry elements in crystal structures.

  • Symbols Used:

    • Notations for different types of rotations and mirror planes.

Page 41: JCPDS Card Example

  • Quality of Data:

    • Description of sodium chloride diffraction data with relevant details.

  • System Cubic Information:

    • Reflection of crystallographic data analysis in the card.

Page 42: Crystal Classes

  • Total Symmetry Classes:

    • 32 unique crystal symmetry classes based on combinations of point symmetries.

  • Examples of Classes:

    • Comparisons of symmetrical elements in cubic and triclinic crystal classes.

Page 43: The Crystal Systems

  • Classification of crystals into six systems:

    1. Cubic

    2. Tetragonal

    3. Hexagonal

    4. Orthorhombic

    5. Monoclinic

    6. Triclinic

  • Symmetry Decrease:

    • Describes the diminishing symmetry among the systems.

Page 44: Crystallographic Axes

  • Definition:

    • Axes referred to as a, b, c crossing at an axial cross.

  • Usage:

    • These axes help to classify and describe crystal forms.

Page 45: Cubic System Overview

  • Characteristics of the cubic system, including equal lengths and right-angle intersections among axes.

  • Common Forms:

    • Example minerals exhibiting cubic structure like pyrite and halite.

Page 46: Cube Comparison

  • Hexoctahedron:

    • A form belonging to the cubic system showcasing high symmetry.

Page 47: Tetragonal System

  • Description of the tetragonal system's axes arrangement.

  • Characteristics:

    • Specific lengths differentiating this system from the cubic system.

Page 48: Hexagonal System

  • Four axes with three co-planar and one vertical distinguishing this system.

  • Examples:

    • Different classes within hexagonal crystal systems.

Page 49: Orthorhombic System

  • Characteristics including differing axis lengths and right-angle intersections.

  • Forms:

    • Types of forms belonging to this system.

Page 50: Monoclinic System

  • Unique properties of the three non-equal axes and their oblique intersection.

  • Forms and Symmetry:

    • Specific forms pertinent to the monoclinic system.

Page 51: Triclinic System

  • Unique properties with three non-equal axes intersecting at varying angles.

  • Forms and Symmetry Classes:

    • Represents minimal symmetry traits in crystal structures.

Page 52: Summary of Crystal Systems

  • List and brief descriptions of the six crystal systems focus.

Page 53: Bravais Lattices Overview

  • Explanation of how unit cells inform crystal lattice structuring.

  • Lattice Points:

    • Theoretical points in 3D space, limited to 14 compatible Bravais lattices demonstrating atomic arrangements.

Page 54: Bravais Lattices Types

  • Enumeration of the different Bravais lattice types concluding with descriptions and functions.

  • Significance of Points:

    • Explanation of each point in relation to actual atoms within a crystal lattice structure.

Page 55: Bravais Lattice Classification

  • Division of Bravais lattices by symmetry and unit cell properties across various crystal classifications.

Page 56: Isometric Cells and Their Importance

  • Description of simple cubic and centered configurations.

  • Importance of F Cell:

    • Key pattern for cubic closest packing relates to crystalline structures.

Page 57: Tetragonal Cell Characteristics

  • Explanation of the structure and characteristics of tetragonal cells and their variations.

Page 58: Orthorhombic Structures

  • Discussion on properties of orthorhombic cells and their relevant structures.

Page 59: Monoclinic and Triclinic Overview

  • Characteristics and distinctions of cells within these systems outlined.

Page 60: Unique Rhombohedral Cells

  • Description of unique features pertaining to hexagonal crystals and rhombohedral distinctions.

Page 61: Crystal System Symmetries

  • Summary of crystal system organization based on symmetry and conditions met within each type.

Page 62: Packing Fraction (P.F.)

  • Definition:

    • Indicates atomic density in lattice arrangements.

  • Volume Calculation:

    • Calculation of volume occupied by atoms in the unit cell against the volume of the cell.

Page 63: General Formula for Packing Fraction

  • Calculation steps for determining the packing fraction for various elements and groups.

Page 64: Bragg's Law

  • Concept: Peaks observed when X-rays scatter from a crystal.

  • Formula: nλ = 2d sin θ; describes conditions for constructive interference.

Page 65: Crystal Defects

  • Definition: Imperfections in a crystal's arrangement due to various factors.

  • Effect on Behavior: Influence on mechanical, electrical, and optical properties of materials.

Page 66: Identification of Crystal Structures

  • Weiss Indices: Parameters for approximating face orientation relative to crystallographic axes.

  • Miller Indices: Symbolic representation for atomic plane orientation in crystal lattices.

Page 67: Example of Indices Determination

  • Demonstration of the calculation process for Weiss and Miller indices from given atomic parameters.

Page 68: Summary of Index Calculations

  • Presents derived Weiss and Miller indices based on previous calculations for clarity.

Page 69: Exercises for Practice

  • Exercise 01: Determine Weiss and Miller index from given parameters.

  • Exercise 02: Follow suit with different given geometries.

Page 70: Additional Exercises

  • Exercise 03: Calculate indices for topaz crystal structure.

  • Exercise 04: Shortest distance calculations relating to cubic crystals.

Page 73: Perpendicular Distance Calculation

  • Discusses methodology for measuring the perpendicular distance from origin to planes in cubic crystals.

Page 74: Polymorphism in Materials Science

  • Definition: The ability of solid materials to exist in multiple crystal forms.

  • Examples: Provides examples of polymorphic relationships found in minerals and polymers.

  • Closing Statement: Acknowledgment of lecture completion with gratitude.