Plant effeciency and profitability depend on avoiding such problems as pH extremes, oxygen scavenging, corrosion, scale, and contamination. This practical handbook for utility personnel and independent power producers provides detailed discussion and examples of solutions to water chemistry problems in power plant boilers. Formulas and calculations are provided for each area of concern. Contents: ? Introduction to steam generation water chemistry systems ? Condensate feedwater chemistry ? Boiler water chemistry ? Steam chemistry ? High-purity makeup water treatment ? Cooling water chemistry ? Sampling ? Bibliography ? Index