Crystal chemistry of high-Tc superconducting copper oxides

Crystal chemistry of high-Tc superconducting copper oxides presents a complete review of the solid-state chemistry of these materials. Particular attention is paid to the main features that are necessary for the generation of high-Tc superconductivity, for example: low dimensionality of the structure, mixed valence of copper, hole delocalization, the role of lone-pair cations and alkaline earth elements. The numerous diagrams and photographs in this book complement the clarity of the text. (orig.)