Publisher's Synopsis
Instead of introducing students to the subject of thermodynamics with little consideration of their specific requirements, this text takes the approach of the applied scientist, focusing on the most relevant areas of thermodynamics.;In addition to the most essential topics needed for a basic understanding of the subject, the book concentrates on the key areas of chemical change, the application of free energy and the thermodynamics of solutions. The interplay between concepts, experiments and practice is illustrated with numerous real-life examples drawn from industry, bringing the subject to life.
