An Introduction to Chemical Thermodynamics

A comprehensive account of the subject dealing with fundamental concepts, thermodynamic lows, thermodynamic functions, elementary information about statistical thermodynamics, systems of variable composition--colligative prope of ideal solution, principles of purification techniques like fractional distillation, steam distillation, fractional crystallization and zone refining, chemical equilibration and phase rule upto three component systems. The logical approach and simple style of the book makes it essential to b. Sc. (hons & general) and m. Sc. Students of physics and chemical engineering.