Gas-Surface Interactions via Photoelectron Spectroscopy - Mg Salya - Bog

The book "Gas-Surface Interactions via Photoelectron Spectroscopy" provides an in-depth understanding of gas-solid interactions at the molecular level, specifically focusing on the near ambient pressure conditions using photoelectron spectroscopy. The book covers various aspects of gas-surface interactions such as surface chemistry, chemical dynamics, chemical kinetics, surface reactivity, and gas phase reactivity. It also discusses the physical chemistry and materials science of gas-solid interactions, along with the vacuum technology and surface analysis techniques used to study them. This book emphasizes the importance of photoelectron spectroscopy as a powerful tool for investigating gas-solid interactions, including near ambient pressure conditions. The different types of photoelectron spectroscopy techniques, such as ultraviolet photoelectron spectroscopy, x-ray spectroscopy, and electron spectroscopy, are discussed in detail, highlighting their usefulness in exploring surface electronic states, chemical bonding, surface composition, surface morphology, and surface properties. The book also covers various surface science techniques, including in-situ spectroscopy and gas phase spectroscopy, for investigating gas-solid interactions. It provides a comprehensive overview of the key concepts and principles of gas-solid interactions and explores topics such as energy barriers, activation energy, reaction pathways, surface defects, and surface states. It also covers important topics in catalysis, adsorption, and desorption, which play a crucial role in many industrial processes. The book is a valuable resource for researchers, students, and professionals in the fields of surface science, materials science, physical chemistry, and chemical engineering, providing a detailed understanding of gas-solid interactions and their applications in various fields.