Introduction to Modern Thermodynamics

By D.K. Kondepudi

This is the first modern approach to thermodynamics written specifically for a first undergraduate course. It covers the fundamental formalism with some attention given to its history; describes basic applications of the formalism and continues with a number of additional applications that instructors can use according to their particular degree program - these chapters cover thermal radiation, biological systems, nano systems, classical stability theory, and principles of statistical thermodynamics. A wide range of examples appear throughout the book from biological, engineering and atmospheric systems.

Each chapter contains a bibliography and numerous examples and exercises. An accompanying web site will provide students with information and links to data sources and other thermodynamics-related sites, and instructors will be able to download complete solutions to exercises.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0470015985
• ISBN13: 9780470015988
• Release Date: May 2008
• Publisher: Wiley
• Length: 516 Pages