The Laws of Thermodynamics

A Very Short Introduction

(Author) Atkins, Peter Peter Atkins
Format: Paperback
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Among the many laws of science, there are four laws that direct and constrain everything that happens in the Universe. From the sudden expansion of a cloud of gas to the unfurling of a leaf they help us understand the course of life itself. In this Very Short Introduction Peter Atkins' explains what the four laws are and how they work.

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Publisher:
Oxford University Press
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
120
Language:
en
ISBN:
9780199572199
Publish year:
2010
Publish date:
March 25, 2010
Weight:
0 lb

Atkins, Peter

Peter Atkins

Peter Atkins is a British chemist and author known for his work in physical chemistry and thermodynamics. His most famous work, "The Periodic Kingdom," explores the periodic table in a engaging and accessible way. Atkins' writing style is clear, concise, and informative, making complex scientific concepts understandable to a wide audience.

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