Lectures in Classical Thermodynamics with an Introduction to Statistical Mechanics

This textbook provides students with the ability to apply fundamental principles and concepts in classical thermodynamics to solve challenging problems relevant to industry and everyday life. It also introduces the reader to the fundamentals of statistical mechanics, which explains how the microscopic properties of atoms and molecules and their associated intermolecular interactions can be accounted for to calculate various average properties of macroscopic systems. The author emphasizes the application of these principles to the calculation of thermodynamic properties, the estimation of conversion efficiencies for work production by heat interactions, and the solution of practical thermodynamic problems related to the behavior of non-ideal pure fluids and fluid mixtures. The book contains detailed solutions to many challenging sample problems in classical thermodynamics and statistical mechanics, making it ideal for students of Chemical and Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, and Materials Science.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 766 pages
Publication date: 17 March 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This comprehensive textbook is designed to enhance students' ability to apply fundamental principles and concepts in classical thermodynamics to solve complex problems relevant to industry and everyday life. It also introduces the reader to the fundamentals of statistical mechanics, enabling them to understand how the microscopic properties of atoms and molecules, along with their associated intermolecular interactions, can be accounted for to calculate various average properties of macroscopic systems. The author emphasizes the application of these fundamental principles to the calculation of thermodynamic properties, the estimation of conversion efficiencies for work production through heat interactions, and the solution of practical thermodynamic problems related to the behavior of non-ideal pure fluids and fluid mixtures, including phase equilibria and chemical reaction equilibria.

The book includes detailed solutions to numerous challenging sample problems in classical thermodynamics and statistical mechanics, which serve as valuable tools for the reader to consolidate and reinforce the material covered. Authored by Professor Daniel Blankschtein, a nine-time recipient of the Best Teaching Award from the Department of Chemical Engineering at MIT, this textbook has been meticulously class-tested and refined over a span of 30 years. It is an ideal resource for students pursuing degrees in Chemical and Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, and Materials Science, as it offers in-depth discussions and pedagogical explanations of key concepts that will greatly benefit their academic journey.

By distilling critical concepts, methods, and applications from leading full-length textbooks, along with the author's deep understanding of the material taught, this textbook provides a concise yet rigorous graduate and advanced undergraduate text. It enriches the standard curriculum with succinct, problem-based learning strategies derived from the content of 50 le, fostering a deeper understanding and application of the subject matter. Whether you are a student, professional, or researcher, this textbook is a valuable resource for advancing your knowledge and expertise in classical thermodynamics and statistical mechanics.

Weight: 1193g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030492007
Edition number: 1st ed. 2020