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3. Thermodynamic Inefficiency of Conversion of Solar Energy to Work.

Author

Adamson, Arthur W.

Abstract

Considers the thermodynamic limitation to the efficiency with which light energy can be converted into work, indicating that no single chemical system converting solar energy into useful work can be very efficient. Also indicates that if solar energy is absorbed as heat for heating purposes, it is almost completely used. (JN)

Published
1984

4. SI Units? A Camel is a Camel.

Author

Adamson, Arthur W.

Abstract

This paper is a summary of remarks made at a recent symposium on new directions in the teaching of physical chemistry. The author takes exception to the claims made for the International System of Units (SI). (HM)

Published
1978

45. Chemiluminescence: An Illuminating Experiment

Author

Gafney, Harry D. and Adamson, Arthur W.

Abstract

Describes an experiment in which luminescence is observed during a reaction between sodium borohydride and trisbipyridalruthenium (III). Includes a discussion of the theory of chemiluminescence. (MLH)

Published
1975

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