Physical Chemistry of Polyelectrolyte Solutions, Volume 158

The Advances in Chemical Physics series provides the chemical physics field with a forum for critical, authoritative evaluations of advances in every area of the discipline. This volume explores topics from Thermodynamic Properties of Polyelectrolyte Solutions to ion-binding of polyelectrolytes. The book features:

• The only series of volumes available that presents the cutting edge of research in chemical physics
• Contributions from experts in this field of research
• Representative cross-section of research that questions established thinking on chemical solutions
• An editorial framework that makes the book an excellent supplement to an advanced graduate class in physical chemistry or chemical physics

Preface to the Series vii

Preface ix

Introductory Remarks 1

Thermodynamic Properties of Polyelectrolyte Solutions 21

Ionization Equilibrium and Potentiometric Titration of Weak

Polyelectrolytes 67

Molecular Conformation of Linear Polyelectrolytes 115

Radius of Gyration and Intrinsic Viscosity of Linear

Polyelectrolytes 153

Transport Phenomena of Linear Polyelectrolytes 193

Ion-Binding 241

Author Index 277

Subject Index 281

MITSURU NAGASAWA, PhD, is Professor Emeritus of Nagoya University, Japan. He has served as Honorary President of the Toyota Technological Institute since 2010. His accolades include the Japan Academy Award (1977).

STUART A. RICE, PhD,received his master’s degree and doctorate from Harvard University and was a junior fellow at Harvard for two years before joining the faculty of The University of Chicago in 1957, where he is currently the Frank P. Hixon Distinguished Service Professor Emeritus.

AARON R. DINNER, PhD,received his bachelor’s degree and doctorate from Harvard University, after which he conducted postdoctoral research at the University of Oxford and the University of California, Berkeley. He joined the faculty at The University of Chicago in 2003.

Examines the intersection of polyelectrolyte solutions and chemical physics

The Advances in Chemical Physics series is dedicated to reviewing new and emerging topics as well as the latest developments in traditional areas of study in the field of chemical physics. Each volume features detailed comprehensive analyses coupled with individual points of view that integrate the many disciplines of science that are needed for a full understanding of chemical physics.

Volume 158 explores the latest research findings, applications, and new research paths in the field of polyelectrolyte solutions. It introduces topics from thermodynamic properties to the ionic binding of polyelectrolytes, and intersects key elements with applications of chemical physics.

With contributions from an international team of leading experts, Volume 158 offers six comprehensive reviews including:

• Introduction to the strengths and chemistry of polyelectrolyte solutions
• Thermodynamic Properties of Polyelectrolyte Solutions
• Ionization Equilibrium and Potentiometric Titration of Weak Polyelectrolytes
• Molecular Conformation of Linear Polyelectrolytes
• Radius of Gyration and Intrinsic Viscosity of Linear Polyelectrolytes
• Transport Phenomena of Linear

Reviews published in Advances in Chemical Physics are typically longer than those published in journals, providing the space needed for readers to fully grasp the topic: the fundamentals as well as the latest discoveries, applications, and emerging avenues of research. Extensive cross-referencing enables readers to explore the primary research studies underlying each topic.