Understanding Thermodynamics Contributor(s): Ness, H. C. Van (Author) |
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ISBN: 0486632776 ISBN-13: 9780486632773 Publisher: Dover Publications OUR PRICE: $11.40 Product Type: Paperback Published: January 1983 Annotation: Clearly written treament elucidates fundamental concepts and demonstrates their plausibility and usefulness. Language is informal, examples are vivid and lively, and the perspectivie is fresh. Based on lectures delivered to engineering students, this work will also be valued by scientists, engineers, technicians, businessmen, anyone facing energy challenges of the future. |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Science | Mechanics - Thermodynamics - Science | Physics - General |
Dewey: 536.7 |
LCCN: 82018250 |
Series: Dover Books on Physics |
Physical Information: 0.34" H x 5.4" W x 7.97" (0.30 lbs) 128 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Grappling with the first and second laws of thermodynamics can test the intellectual mettle of even the most dedicated student of the physical sciences. Approaching the subject for the first time may raise more queries and doubts than are usually handled in the basic, straightforward textbook. |