Chapter 1
The Beginning
Contents
1.2 Why Is Thermodynamics Important Today?
1.3 Getting Answers: A Basic Problem Solving Technique
1.7 Classical Mechanical and Electrical Unit Systems
1.1 What is Thermodynamics?
Thermodynamics is the study of energy and the ways in which it can be used to improve the lives of people around the world. The efficient use of natural and renewable energy sources is one of the most important technical, political, and environmental issues of the 21st century.
In mechanics courses, we study ...
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