This truly unique and practical book provides easy and rapid access to the accurate physical and chemical properties of all classes of materials. These classes are: - metals and alloys- semiconductors - industrial ceramics and glasses - polymers and elastomers - minerals and rocks - timbers and woods- building materials.Particular emphasis is placed on the properties of common industrial materials in each class. Detailed appendices provide additional information and an extensive bibliography completes this comprehensive guide. The index and format of the book enable the reader to locate and extract the relevant information quickly and easily. Francois Cardarelli has spent many years compiling and editing this complete handbook of materials. His professional experience and expertise combine in this book, making it an indispensable reference tool for scientists and engineers working in numerous fields ranging from nuclear to civil engineering.