Practical chemical thermodynamics for geoscientists /
Practical Chemical Thermodynamics for Geoscientists covers classical chemical thermodynamics and focuses on applications to practical problems in the geosciences, environmental sciences, and planetary sciences. This book will provide a strong theoretical foundation for students, while also proving b...
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| Format: | eBook |
| Language: | English |
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Waltham, MA :
Academic Press,
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| Summary: | Practical Chemical Thermodynamics for Geoscientists covers classical chemical thermodynamics and focuses on applications to practical problems in the geosciences, environmental sciences, and planetary sciences. This book will provide a strong theoretical foundation for students, while also proving beneficial for earth and planetary scientists seeking a review of thermodynamic principles and their application to a specific problem. Strong theoretical foundation and emphasis on applicationsNumerous worked examples in each chapterBrief historical summari. |
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| Item Description: | Machine generated contents note: Chapter 1. Definition, Development, and Applications of Thermodynamics Chapter 2. Important Concepts and Mathematical Methods Chapter 3. The First Law of Thermodynamics Chapter 4. Thermal Properties of Pure Substances and Some Applications Chapter 5. Thermochemistry Chapter 6. The Second Law of Thermodynamics and Entropy Chapter 7. Phase Equilibria of Pure Materials Chapter 8. Equations of State Chapter 9. The Third Law of Thermodynamics Chapter 10. Chemical Equilibria Chapter 11. Solutions Chapter 12. Phase Equilibria of Binary and Ternary Systems Appendices: 1. Thermodynamic properties of inorganic compounds and minerals at 298 K 2. Thermal properties of the elements. |
| Physical Description: | 1 online resource |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| ISBN: | 012251100X 9780122511004 9780080918143 008091814X |