Chapter 1 Fundamental Concepts and Definitions 1 1.1 Introduction and definition of thermodynamics 1 1.2 Dimensions and units 1 1.3 Concept of continuum 3 1.4 Systems, surroundings and universe 4 1.5 Properties and state 5 1.6 Thermodynamic path, process and cycle 5 1.7 Thermodynamic equilibrium 6 1.8....