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Loading... Understanding thermodynamics (edition 1969)by H. C. Van Ness
Work InformationUnderstanding Thermodynamics by H. C. Van Ness
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Sign up for LibraryThing to find out whether you'll like this book. No current Talk conversations about this book. The book was enjoyable and covered the first and second law of Thermodynamics in an easily accessible manner. I especially like the retelling of the sugar-cube story first related by Richard P. Feynman. The book also discusses the Carnot Cycle in an interesting way. The only problems I have with the book are that it is so short and that there aren't any problems to solve. However, the length is such that it is easy to leaf through and find a particular item, so I am rather torn on that. ( ) no reviews | add a review
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. No library descriptions found. |
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Google Books — Loading... GenresMelvil Decimal System (DDC)536.7Natural sciences and mathematics Physics Heat; Thermodynamics Themodynamics; Mechanical equivalentLC ClassificationRatingAverage:
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