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The laws of thermodynamics
Classical thermodynamics
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The equation of state of an ideal gas
Heat capacity or specific heat
Calculation of specific heats
Isothermal and adiabatic expansion
Hydrostatic equilibrium of the atmosphere
The isothermal atmosphere
The adiabatic atmosphere
Heat engines
Refrigerators
Richard Fitzpatrick 2006-02-02
