Non-equilibrium thermodynamics and the production of entropy: life, earth, and beyond
Éditeur :
Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG
ISBN :
9783642061356
Date de publication :
22 oct. 2010
Dimensions :
23,5 x 15,5 cm
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
Allemagne
The present volume studies the application of concepts from non-equilibrium thermodynamics to a variety of research topics. Written by leading researchers from a wide range of backgrounds, the book presents a first coherent account of an emerging field at the interface of thermodynamics, geophysics and life sciences.