Introduction ; 1. Mathematical background ; 2. Thermodynamics terms ; 3. The first law of thermodynamics ; 4. The second law of thermodynamics ; 5. Statistical interpretation of entropy ; 6. Properties of simple systems ; 7. Applications to simple systems ; 8. Partial and apparent molar properties ; 9. Ideal solutions ; 10. Fugacity and activity ; 11. Standard states ; 12. The equilibrium constant ; 13. Heterogeneous and open systems ; 14. Solid solutions ; 15. Gaseous solutions ; 16. Aqueous electrolyte solutions ; 17. Redox systems ; 18. Speciation calculations

this book ... provides an innovative, careful, and complete development of the subtleties of thermodynamics that anyone seeking an understanding of phase equilibria in a wide variety of earth processes needs to grasp ... I imagine it will become the standard text for teaching the basics of thermodynamics as well as introducing more advanced models of solution theory ... It will also likely become a classic reference for working scientists. I now use Thermodynamics in Geochemistry: The Equilibrium Model because of the clarity of its explanations and its effectiveness in conveying the nature of the grammar of science.

"Provides an innovative, careful, and complete development of the subtleties of thermodynamics that anyone seeking an understanding of phase equilibria in a wide variety of earth processes needs to grasp. . . . a cohesive treatise with well-explained examples. I imagine it will become the standard text for teaching the basics of thermodynamics as well as introducing more advanced models of solution theory. It will also likely become a classic reference for working scientists." --Science "The authors have written the kind of textbook that they would have liked to have had when they were students. The writing is graceful and personal, even when the presentation is math. . . . the interested student will treasure the book." --Chemical Monographs Review "A combination of historical, postulational, and statistical approaches is used to present the subject, with ample examples of a geochemical nature. The logic and the presentations are clear and easy to follow, and, in this respect, this is an excellent quality book for geochemists." --Economic Geology "Thermodynamics in Geochemistry is written in the personal style of a teacher who genuinely wants students to understand the subtleties of putting thermodynamic theory into geochemical practice. ... The book is evidently the product of significant teaching experience, particularly with regards to concepts that many students find difficult." -- American Mineralogist "Offers insight for both [novice and veteran]. This is a book that every geochemist will want to own. It is well written and provides a nearly complete coverage of geochemical thermodynamics. Its rigorous mathematical development, careful attention to definitions... extensive analysis of various cases...make it an indispensable reference book for the professional. These same features make it equally good as a textbook... Develops the mathematical basis of thermodynamics in a rigorous way; it is an excellent textbook." -- Geochimica et Cosmochimica Acta "Everyone practicing thermodynamics will find something of interest here....It will take an honored place on my own shelf." -- Canadian Mineralogist "Deserves to find its way into the hands of almost anyone who uses thermodynamics in the field of geochemistry or petrology....Has been designed to be fairly comprehensive for the student new to thermodynamics....Probably the main strength of this book...is the bias given towards aqueous electrolyte thermodynamics, a topic which has seen significant advances in recent years and tends to be rather daunting for the newcomer to break into....I would give this book a strong recommendation....It does make a very good and clear introduction to the more geochemical aspects of the subject in a very readable way. I think it deserves to be a great success." --Geology Magazine "Provides an innovative, careful, and complete development of the subtleties of thermodynamics that anyone seeking an understanding of phase equilibria in a wide variety of earth processes needs to grasp. . . . a cohesive treatise with well-explained examples. I imagine it will become the standard text for teaching the basics of thermodynamics as well as introducing more advanced models of solution theory. It will also likely become a classic reference for working scientists." --Science "The authors have written the kind of textbook that they would have liked to have had when they were students. The writing is graceful and personal, even when the presentation is math. . . . the interested student will treasure the book." --Chemical Monographs Review "A combination of historical, postulational, and statistical approaches is used to present the subject, with ample examples of a geochemical nature. The logic and the presentations are clear and easy to follow, and, in this respect, this is an excellent quality book for geochemists." --Economic Geology "Thermodynamics in Geochemistry is written in the personal style of a teacher who genuinely wants students to understand the subtleties of putting thermodynamic theory into geochemical practice. ... The book is evidently the product of significant teaching experience, particularly with regards to concepts that many students find difficult." -- American Mineralogist "Offers insight for both [novice and veteran]. This is a book that every geochemist will want to own. It is well written and provides a nearly complete coverage of geochemical thermodynamics. Its rigorous mathematical development, careful attention to definitions... extensive analysis of various cases...make it an indispensable reference book for the professional. These same features make it equally good as a textbook... Develops the mathematical basis of thermodynamics in a rigorous way; it is an excellent textbook." -- Geochimica et Cosmochimica Acta "Everyone practicing thermodynamics will find something of interest here....It will take an honored place on my own shelf." -- Canadian Mineralogist "Deserves to find its way into the hands of almost anyone who uses thermodynamics in the field of geochemistry or petrology....Has been designed to be fairly comprehensive for the student new to thermodynamics....Probably the main strength of this book...is the bias given towards aqueous electrolyte thermodynamics, a topic which has seen significant advances in recent years and tends to be rather daunting for the newcomer to break into....I would give this book a strong recommendation....It does make a very good and clear introduction to the more geochemical aspects of the subject in a very readable way. I think it deserves to be a great success." --Geology Magazine

Represents the combined experience of many years of teaching a basic though difficult subject Rigorous presentation, with full mathematical treatment Comprehensive, balanced coverage--with theory and applications

Represents the combined experience of many years of teaching a basic though difficult subject Rigorous presentation, with full mathematical treatment Comprehensive, balanced coverage--with theory and applications