Biological thermodynamics
An accessible introduction to the study of energy transformations for biology and biochemistry undergraduate students. It is written in an informal style, with emphasis on understanding basic concepts and their relevance to biological systems, as well as developing problem-solving skills by using numerous examples and exercises.
XV, 379 p. : il
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Preface; 1. Energy transformation; 2. The first law of thermodynamics; 3. The second law of thermodynamics; 4. Gibbs free energy - theory; 5. Gibbs free energy - applications; 6. Statistical thermodynamics; 7. Binding equilibria; 8. Reaction kinetics; 9. The frontier of biological thermodynamics; Appendices; Glossary; Index of names; Subject index.
Existencias: Repr. (2004)