The Concepts of Classical Thermodynamics (Cambridge Monographs on Physics) - Softcover

Buchdahl, H. A.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0521115191 ISBN 13: 9780521115193

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2009

Synopsis

Professor Buchdahl presents a systematic exposition of classical thermodynamics, against a background of general physical theory and on a purely phenomenological (i.e. non-statistical) level. Although particular attention is paid to the meaning of the various concepts introduced, Professor Buchdahl is not afraid of making simplifications where these are likely to enhance the reader's understanding of the subject and the relationships between the principal and ancillary laws. The emphasis throughout is on meaning and physical significance. Specific applications of the general theory are discussed in two final chapters. This book, first published in 1966, is intended for the student who has taken a first course in analytical, though not axiomatic, development of the subject. It will supplement rather than replace, the many familiar introductory treatments of thermodynamics.

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Book Description

Professor Buchdahl presents a systematic exposition of classical thermodynamics, against a background of general physical theory and on a purely phenomenological (i.e. non-statistical) level. This book, first published in 1966, is intended for the student who has taken a first course in analytical, though not axiomatic, development of the subject.

Edition details

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 0521115191
• ISBN 13: 9780521115193
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 236