Thermodynamic Rarity and the Loss of Mineral Wealth
The second law of thermodynamics and, specifically, exergy analysis have been traditionally used for the assessment and optimization of energy systems. Nevertheless, as shown in this paper, exergy could also constitute a powerful tool for the evaluation of mineral commodities. That said, new or re-d...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2015-01-01
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| Series: | Energies |
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| Online Access: | http://www.mdpi.com/1996-1073/8/2/821 |