Thermodynamics of Natural Systems
eBook - PDF

Thermodynamics of Natural Systems

Theory and Applications in Geochemistry and Environmental Science

  1. English
  2. PDF
  3. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - PDF

Thermodynamics of Natural Systems

Theory and Applications in Geochemistry and Environmental Science

About this book

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 from idealized circumstances, thermodynamics is crucial to understanding ore formation, acid mine drainage, and other real-world geochemical and geophysical problems. Exercises now follow each chapter, with answers provided at the end of the book. An associated website includes extra chapters and password-protected answers to additional problems. This textbook is ideal for undergraduate and graduate students studying geochemistry and environmental science.

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Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Half-title
  3. Title page
  4. Copyright information
  5. Dedication
  6. Table of contents
  7. Online Materials: Additional Chapters from the Second Edition
  8. Preface
  9. Online Resources and Exercises
  10. 1 What Is Thermodynamics?
  11. 2 Defining Our Terms
  12. 3 The First Law of Thermodynamics
  13. 4 The Second Law of Thermodynamics
  14. 5 Getting Data
  15. 6 Some Simple Applications
  16. 7 Solutions
  17. 8 Fugacity and Activity
  18. 9 The Equilibrium Constant
  19. 10 Rock–Water Systems
  20. 11 Redox Reactions
  21. 12 Phase Diagrams
  22. 13 Affinity and Extent of Reaction
  23. APPENDIX A Constants and Numerical Values
  24. APPENDIX B Standard State Thermodynamic Properties of Selected Minerals and Other Compounds
  25. APPENDIX C Answers to Exercises
  26. References
  27. Index