Towards a Thermodynamic Theory for Ecological Systems

by Sven Erik Jørgensen

Book Overview

The book presents a consistent and complete ecosystem theory based on thermodynamic concepts. The first chapters are devoted to an interpretation of the first and second law of thermodynamics in ecosystem context. Then Prigogine's use of far from equilibrium thermodynamic is used on ecosystems to explain their reactions to perturbations. The introduction of the concept exergy makes it possible to give a more profound and comprehensive explanation...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 008044167X
• ISBN13: 9780080441672
• Release Date: July 2004
• Publisher: Pergamon
• Length: 366 Pages
• Weight: 1.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.5" x 9.3"