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Taylor & Francis Ltd Thermodynamics In Materials 2006 Edition by Robert DeHoff
Thermodynamics in Materials Science, Second Edition is a clear presentation of how thermodynamic data is used to predict the behavior of a wide range of materials, a crucial component in the decision-making process for many materials science and engineering applications. This primary textbook accentuates the integration of principles, strategies, and thermochemical data to generate accurate "maps" of equilibrium states, such as phase diagrams, predominance diagrams, and Pourbaix corrosion diagrams. It also recommends which maps are best suited for specific real-world scenarios and thermodynamic problems. The second edition yet. Each chapter presents its subject matter consistently, based on the classification of thermodynamic systems, properties, and derivations that illustrate important relationships among variables for finding the conditions for equilibrium. Each chapter also contains a summary of important concepts and relationships as well as examples and sample problems that apply appropriate strategies for solving real-world problems. The up-to-date and complete coverage ofthermodynamic data, laws, definitions, strategies, and tools in Thermodynamics in Materials Science, Second Edition provides students and practicing engineers a valuable guide for producing and applying maps of equilibrium states to everyday applications in materials sciences. Why Study Thermodynamics? The Structure of Thermodynamics The Laws of Thermodynamics Thermodynamic Variables and Relations Equilibrium in Thermodynamic Systems Statistical Thermodynamics Unary Heterogeneous Systems Multicomponent Homogeneous Nonreacting Systems: Solutions Multicomponent Heterogeneous Systems Thermodynamics of Phase Diagrams Multicomponent Multiphase Reacting Systems Capillarity Effects in Thermodynamics Defects in Crystals Equilibrium in Continuous Systems: Thermodynamic Effects of External Fields Electrochemistry APPENDICES Fundamental Physical Constants and Conversion Factors Properties of Selected Elements Phase Transformations for the Elements Properties of Some Random Solutions Properties of Selected Compounds Interfacial Energies of Selected Elements Electrochemical Series The Carnot Cycle Answers to Homework Problems INDEX