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OverviewFull Product DetailsAuthor: John Andrews , Nick JelleyPublisher: Oxford University Press Imprint: Oxford University Press Edition: 4th Revised edition Dimensions: Width: 18.90cm , Height: 2.40cm , Length: 24.60cm Weight: 0.988kg ISBN: 9780198854401ISBN 10: 0198854404 Pages: 508 Publication Date: 19 November 2021 Audience: College/higher education , Tertiary & Higher Education Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: To order ![]() Stock availability from the supplier is unknown. We will order it for you and ship this item to you once it is received by us. Table of Contents1: An introduction to energy science 2: Essentials of thermal, chemical, and fluid energy 3: Energy from fossil fuels 4: Bioenergy 5: Solar thermal and geothermal energy 6: Hydropower, tidal power, and wave power 7: Wind power 8: Photovoltaics 9: Nuclear power 10: Electricity and energy storage 11: Energy demand in buildings, industry, and transport 12: Energy and society: making the transition from fossil fuels to renewablesReviewsA very comprehensive textbook that covers the scientific principles behind the multitude of technologies we use to produce energy today. * Dr Alan Dunbar, University of Sheffield * The most comprehensive book I have seen that covers the fundamentals of energy science in detail whilst still providing enough bigger picture content to be highly relevant to all readers. * Dr Simon Smart, University of Queensland * Review from previous edition This is an excellent introduction to the physics behind energy production. It is easy to follow and provides helpful examples and case studies. * Dr Martin Wilding, Aberystwyth University * Author InformationJohn Andrews is Visiting Fellow at the University of Bristol. Nick Jelley is Professor of Physics at the University of Oxford. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |