Gaseous matter: an initial perspective -- Physical characteristics of gases -- The rise of the science of gases -- Kinetic theory of gases -- Earth's atmosphere -- Wind: its power and applications -- Air pollution -- Human flight -- Some interesting gases -- Gases for energy -- Conclusion.
Summary:
Describes the basic characteristics of gases; discusses air pollution, the role of atmospheric ozone, and the consequences of carbon dioxide accumulation; and provides examples of how fluid science principles and concepts govern different fields.
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