
Commonly Asked Questions in Thermodynamics
CRC Press
1st Edition
Published on 14. March 2011
Book
Paperback/Softback
368 pages
978-1-4200-8695-9 (ISBN)
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Description
Have you ever had a question that keeps persisting and for which you cannot find a clear answer? Is the question seemingly so "simple" that the problem is glossed over in most resources, or skipped entirely?
CRC Press/Taylor and Francis is pleased to introduce Commonly Asked Questions in Thermodynamics, the first in a new series of books that address the questions that frequently arise in today's major scientific and technical disciplines. Designed for a wide audience, from students and researchers to practicing professionals in related areas, the books are organized in a user friendly Question & Answer format. Presented questions become increasingly specific throughout the book, with clear and concise answers, as well as illustrations, diagrams, and tables are incorporated wherever helpful.
Thermodynamics is a core discipline associated with the theoretical principles and practical applications underlying almost every area of science, from nanoscale biochemical engineering to astrophysics. Highlighting chemical thermodynamics in particular, this book is written in an easy-to-understand style and provides a wealth of fundamental information, simple illustrations, and extensive references for further research and collection of specific data.
Designed for an audience that ranges from undergraduate students to scientists and engineers at the forefront of research, this indispensible guide presents clear explanations for topics with wide applicability. It reflects the fact that, very often, the most common questions are also the most profound.
CRC Press/Taylor and Francis is pleased to introduce Commonly Asked Questions in Thermodynamics, the first in a new series of books that address the questions that frequently arise in today's major scientific and technical disciplines. Designed for a wide audience, from students and researchers to practicing professionals in related areas, the books are organized in a user friendly Question & Answer format. Presented questions become increasingly specific throughout the book, with clear and concise answers, as well as illustrations, diagrams, and tables are incorporated wherever helpful.
Thermodynamics is a core discipline associated with the theoretical principles and practical applications underlying almost every area of science, from nanoscale biochemical engineering to astrophysics. Highlighting chemical thermodynamics in particular, this book is written in an easy-to-understand style and provides a wealth of fundamental information, simple illustrations, and extensive references for further research and collection of specific data.
Designed for an audience that ranges from undergraduate students to scientists and engineers at the forefront of research, this indispensible guide presents clear explanations for topics with wide applicability. It reflects the fact that, very often, the most common questions are also the most profound.
Reviews / Votes
This is an extremely useful book for anybody teaching thermodynamics.-Jan V. Sengers, Distinguished University Research Professor, Institute for Physical Science and Technology, University of Maryland
This is an interesting book ... should be in every engineering library [and] listed as a reference text in all engineering thermodynamics courses. A wide range of topics are covered starting with simple questions and gradually advancing to more complex questions. The answers are clear and easy to follow. The last chapter is particularly useful as a guide to where to find property values, how to use those values and how to calculate thermodynamic and transport properties.
-Ken Marsh, University of Canterbury
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Language
English
Place of publication
Bosa Roca
United States
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Inc
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Professional and Professional Practice & Development
Product notice
Paperback (UK-B)
Illustrations
74 b/w images and 7 tables
Dimensions
Height: 234 mm
Width: 156 mm
Weight
498 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4200-8695-9 (9781420086959)
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Persons
Aristotle University, Thessaloniki, Greece University of Southampton, Highfield, Southampton, England, Schlumberger Technology Corporation, Sugar Land, Texas, USA University of Bremen, Bremen, Germany
Content
Definitions and the 1st Law of Thermodynamics. What Is Statistical Mechanics? 2nd Law of Thermodynamics. Phase Equilibria. Reactions, Electrolytes, and Nonequilibrium. Power Generation, Refrigeration, and Liquefaction. Where Do I Find My Numbers?