A Conceptual Guide to Thermodynamics

Synopsis

A Concise, Conceptual And Practical Supplement To The Major Thermodynamics Textbooks Used In Various Fields. Presenting Clear Explanations Of The Core Concepts, The Book Aims To Improve Fundamental Understanding Of The Material, As Well As Homework And Exam Performance.-- Equilibrium. Philosophy Of Thermodynamics -- Thermodynamic States, Variables & Quantities -- Zeroth Law & Thermodynamic Equilibrium -- Energy. Molecular Energy, Internal Energy, & Temperature -- Beltzmann Distribution & The Kinetic Model -- Thermodynamic Change. First Law & Thermodynamic Change -- Work, Heat, & Reversible Change -- Partial Derivative Quantities -- Entropy. Entropy & Information Theory -- Entropy & Ideal Gas -- Second Law & Spontaneous Irreversible Change -- Third Law, Carnot Cycle, & Absolute Entropy -- Free Energy. Free Energy & Exergy -- Chemical Potential, Fugacity, & Open Systems -- Applications. Crazy Gay-lussac's Gas Expansion Emporium -- Electronic Emporium : Free Online Shopping! Bill Poirier. Includes Bibliographical References And Index.