Inorganic solid state chemistry is the study of the synthesis,structure,properties,and application of inorganic solid materials.It has become a very important multidisciplinary area and includes topics originated from the more conventional inorganic and physical chemistries.However,with the emergence of many new facets,inorganic solid state chemistry has undoubtedly extended beyond the area covered by inorganic and physical chemistries.Inorganic solid state chemistry is closely related to solid state physics and materials science.Nowadays,inorganic solid state chemistry plays an important role in the understanding,design and preparation of advanced solid materials.