Fundamentals of Materials for Energy and Environmental Sustainability

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How will we meet rising energy demands? What are our options? Are there viable long-term solutions for the future? Learn the fundamental physical, chemical and materials science at the heart of:
• Renewable/non-renewable energy sources
• Future transportation systems
• Energy efficiency
• Energy storage
Whether you are a student taking an energy course or a newcomer to the field, this textbook will help you understand critical relationships between the environment, energy and sustainability. Leading experts provide comprehensive coverage of each topic, bringing together diverse subject matter by integrating theory with engaging insights. Each chapter includes helpful features to aid understanding, including a historical overview to provide context, suggested further reading and questions for discussion. Every subject is beautifully illustrated and brought to life with full color images and color-coded sections for easy browsing, making this a complete educational package. Fundamentals of Materials for Energy and Environmental Sustainability will help enable today’s scientists and educate future generations.
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Cambridge University Press
Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 30, 2011
Edition ‏ : ‎ 1st
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 772 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1107000238
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1107000230
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 4.03 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.75 x 1.25 x 11.25 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #1,697,084 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #873 in Environmental Studies #1,293 in Mechanical Engineering (Books) #1,847 in Materials Science (Books)
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