Thermodynamics of Natural Systems Theory and Applications in Geochemistry and Environmental Science
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Thermodynamics deals with energy levels and energy transfers between states of matter, and is therefore fundamental to all branches of science. This new edition provides an accessible introduction to the subject, specifically tailored to the interests of Earth and environmental science students. Beginning at an elementary level, the first four chapters explain all necessary concepts via a simple graphical approach. Throughout the rest of the book, the author emphasizes the importance of field observations and demonstrates that, despite being derived…
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Key features
- Offers specially tailored treatment of thermodynamics for Earth and environmental science students
- Provides a more streamlined and accessible introduction for students with little prior knowledge of thermodynamics
- Uses examples and problem sets to highlight the connection between the idealized theory of thermodynamics and real-world geological and environmental problems
- Includes additional web resources, such as chapters on more advanced topics and password-protected solutions to problems in the book
About the book
- DOI https://doi.org/10.1017/9781316796856
- Subjects Earth and Environmental Sciences,Geochemistry and Environmental Chemistry,Mineralogy, Petrology and Volcanology
- Format: Hardback
- Publication date: 02 June 2017
- ISBN: 9781107175211
- Dimensions (mm): 246 x 189 mm
- Weight: 1.09kg
- Contains: 141 b/w illus.
- Page extent: 428 pages
- Availability: Available
- Format: Digital
- Publication date: 28 May 2018
- ISBN: 9781316796856
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