X-ray crystallography supplies us with the most accurate picture we can get of atomic and molecular structures in crystals. It offers a tough bedrock of structural results in chemistry and in mineralogy. In biology, where the structures are not totally crystalline, it can still supply important results and, indeed, the effect here has actually been revolutionary. It is still a tremendous field for young workers, and no doubt will supply yet more striking develop ments of a major character. It does, nevertheless, require a wide range of intellectual application, and a significant capability in numerous fields. This book will supply much aid. It is an extremely uncomplicated and thorough guide to every element of the subject. The authors are skilled both as research study workers themselves and as teachers of standing, and this is shown in their clarity of exposition. There are plenty of iliustrations and worked examples to help the student to acquire a genuine grasp of the topic.
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