Practical Chemical Thermodynamics for Geoscientists

Practical Chemical Thermodynamics for Geoscientists covers classical chemical thermodynamics and focuses on applications to practical problems in the geosciences, environmental sciences, and planetary sciences. This book will provide a strong theoretical foundation for students, while also proving beneficial for earth and planetary scientists seeking a review of thermodynamic principles and their application to a specific problem.

• Strong theoretical foundation and emphasis on applications
• Numerous worked examples in each chapter
• Brief historical summaries and biographies of key thermodynamicists-including their fundamental research and discoveries
• Extensive references to relevant literature