Thermodynamics : a complete undergraduate course /

The role of thermodynamics in modern physics is not just to provide an approximate treatment of large thermal systems, but, more importantly, to provide an organising set of ideas. This title presents thermodynamics as a self-contained and elegant set of ideas and methods. It unfolds thermodynamics...

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Main Author: Steane, Andrew M. (Author)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Oxford : Oxford University Press, 2017.
Edition:First edition.
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Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
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Summary:The role of thermodynamics in modern physics is not just to provide an approximate treatment of large thermal systems, but, more importantly, to provide an organising set of ideas. This title presents thermodynamics as a self-contained and elegant set of ideas and methods. It unfolds thermodynamics for undergraduate students of physics, chemistry or engineering, beginning at first year level. The book introduces the necessary mathematical methods, assuming almost no prior knowledge, and explains concepts such as entropy and free energy at length, with many examples.
Item Description:This edition previously issued in print: 2016.
Physical Description:1 online resource : illustrations (black and white)
Audience:Specialized.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9780191830426
0191830429
9780191092886
0191092886