Good Textbooks for Mass, Heat Transfer, Material & Energy Balances, Fluid Mechanics and Thermodynamics

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The discussion centers on recommended textbooks for mass and heat transfer, material and energy balances, fluid mechanics, and thermodynamics. Key recommendations include "Elementary Principles of Chemical Processes" by Felder and Rousseau, and "Fundamentals of Heat and Mass Transfer" by Incropera and DeWitt, with the latter noted for its strength in heat transfer but not mass transfer. Additionally, "Fundamentals of Fluid Mechanics" by Munson, Young, and Okiishi is highlighted as a solid resource for fluid mechanics and energy balance concepts. The discussion also raises questions about the suitability of "Denn" and the BSL textbook for introductory courses.

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  • Understanding of basic thermodynamics principles
  • Familiarity with fluid mechanics concepts
  • Knowledge of mass and energy balance techniques
  • Experience with heat transfer fundamentals
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  • Research "Elementary Principles of Chemical Processes" by Felder and Rousseau
  • Explore "Fundamentals of Heat and Mass Transfer" by Incropera and DeWitt
  • Investigate "Fundamentals of Fluid Mechanics" by Munson, Young, and Okiishi
  • Look into the suitability of "Denn" and the BSL textbook for introductory courses
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Hi,

What are good first texts in mass and heat transfer, material and energy balances, fluid mechanics and thermodynamics?

I was recommended Felder and Rosseau, and Incropera and Dewitt. However, no books have been recommended for fluids and thermo and the consensus on amazon seems to be that Incropera and Dewitt is good for heat but not mass transfer.

I would like to know what other good books are out there. Is Denn good? Does the BSL cover all of the above material? Would it be suitable for a first course?

Also, I've heard of a Richardson and Coulson but I'm assuming it doesn't cover the above.
 
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First of all, I concur totally with the suggestion of Incropera and DeWitt.

I used Munson, Young, and Okiishi's Fundamentals of Fluid Mechanics in undergrad. It's solid and has a lot of good mass and energy balance material.
 

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