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Diffusion: Mass Transfer in Fluid Systems
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This overview of diffusion and separation processes brings unsurpassed,
engaging clarity to this complex topic. Diffusion is a key part of the
undergraduate chemical engineering curriculum and at the core of
understanding chemical purification and reaction engineering. This
spontaneous mixing process is also central to our daily lives, with
importance in phenomena as diverse as the dispersal of pollutants to
digestion in the small intestine. For students, Diffusion goes from the
basics of mass transfer and diffusion itself, with strong support
through worked examples and a range of student questions. It also takes
the reader right through to the cutting edge of our understanding, and
the new examples in this third edition will appeal to professional
scientists and engineers. Retaining the trademark enthusiastic style,
the broad coverage now extends to biology and medicine.
I feel that this is an excellent book for any student taking their first
mass transport and separations course. This is the only
science/engineering text book I have ever owned that I actually enjoyed
reading. Professor Cussler is a very enthusiastic and brilliant expert
on the subject (I am a student in his department, and was lucky enough
to have him guest lecture for us) and it really shows in his writing
style in this book.
This book manages to present the subject matter clearly starting from the basics and then logically and clearly building up to much more complex material, all while Professor Cussler walks you through the reasons why he is taking the steps he is, and how these steps are justified. This book is very frank and enthusiastic when presenting material (Professor Cussler makes sure to let you know if he is skipping steps, or what steps are common sources of confusion and to pay attention to these steps).
This book manages to present the subject matter clearly starting from the basics and then logically and clearly building up to much more complex material, all while Professor Cussler walks you through the reasons why he is taking the steps he is, and how these steps are justified. This book is very frank and enthusiastic when presenting material (Professor Cussler makes sure to let you know if he is skipping steps, or what steps are common sources of confusion and to pay attention to these steps).
