Having a wide scope as regards both the coverage as well as the readership — this text cum reference book familiarizes the reader with global energy scenario, nature of the impeding energy crisis, fundamental principles of thermodynamics and their application in energy conservation, fuel and combustion etc. Major processes of non-ferrous and ferrous metals production have been discussed in detail from the energy point of view. Also included are relevant topics such as energy audit, life cycle assessment, sustainable development, energy and environment etc. the appendices comprise a glossary, relevant conversion tables and useful information on metals and minerals, and the text is aptly illustrated through graphs and diagrams.
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