Abbaschian/Abbaschian's PHYSICAL METALLURGY PRINCIPLES, 5th Edition, is intended for an introductory course in physical metallurgy and is designed for all engineering students at the junior or senior level. While the approaches are largely theoretical, all aspects of physical metallurgy and behavior of metals and alloys are covered. The content aligns with current learning trends, providing a more fundamental approach to engineering education. An easy-to-read format combined with figures highlighted throughout each chapter ensures successful learning of essential information.