Introduction to the Thermodynamics of Materials /

Gaskell, David R.,

Introduction to the Thermodynamics of Materials / David R. Gaskell and David E. Laughlin. - Seventh edition. - 676 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Part I: Thermodynamic Principles – 1. Introduction and Definition of Terms; 2. The First Law of Thermodynamics; 3. The Second Law of Thermodynamics; 4. The Statistical Interpretation of Entropy; 5. Fundamental Equations and Their Relationships; 6. Heat Capacity, Enthalpy, Entropy, and the Third Law of Thermodynamics; Part II: Phase Equilibria – 7. Phase Equilibrium in a One‑Component System; 8. The Behavior of Gases; 9. The Behavior of Solutions; 10. Gibbs Free Energy Composition and Phase Diagrams of Binary Systems; Part III: Reactions and Transformations of Phases – 11. Reactions Involving Gases; 12. Reactions Involving Pure Condensed Phases and a Gaseous Phase; 13. Reaction Equilibria in Systems Containing Components in Condensed Solution; 14. Electrochemistry; 15. More Binary System Solution Models.:contentReference[oaicite:1]

A thoroughly revised seventh edition of the classic undergraduate textbook, now featuring over 60 new homework problems, enhanced mathematical and graphical analysis of thermodynamic state functions, expanded coverage of the third law, and a new appendix on exact differential equations and mathematical relationships—continuing as the definitive introduction to materials thermodynamics for students.

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Thermodynamics--Study and teaching.
Materials science--Thermodynamics.
Engineering--Thermodynamics.

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