The laws of thermodynamics : a very short introduction
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Published
Oxford ; Oxford University Press, [2010].
Status
Central - Adult Nonfiction
536.7 ATKIN
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536.7 ATKIN
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Published
Oxford ; Oxford University Press, [2010].
Format
Book
Physical Desc
xiv, 103 pages : illustrations ; 18 cm.
Language
English
Notes
General Note
"First published in hardback as Four laws that drive the universe, 2007, first published as a Very short introduction in 2010"--Title page verso.
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Includes bibliographical references and indexes.
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"From the sudden expansion of a cloud of gas or the cooling of tea, to the unfolding of a thought in our minds and even the course of life itself, everything is governed by the four Laws of Thermodynamics. These laws specify the nature of 'energy' and 'temperature', and establish the arrow of time: why things change and why death must come." "Originally published as Four Laws that Drive the Universe, this topic is now brought into the Very Short Introduction series. Explaining the basis and deeper implications of each law and highlighting its relevance with everyday examples, Atkins uses the minimum of mathematics to introduce concepts such as entropy and free energy, and takes us to the brink of absolute zero of temperature, and beyond."--Jacket.
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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Atkins, P. W. 1. (2010). The laws of thermodynamics: a very short introduction . Oxford University Press.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Atkins, P. W. 1940-. 2010. The Laws of Thermodynamics: A Very Short Introduction. Oxford University Press.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Atkins, P. W. 1940-. The Laws of Thermodynamics: A Very Short Introduction Oxford University Press, 2010.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Atkins, P. W. 1940-. The Laws of Thermodynamics: A Very Short Introduction Oxford University Press, 2010.
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