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Statistical Physics and Thermodynamics

By Jochen Rau

Statistical Physics and Thermodynamics

By Jochen Rau

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Statistical physics and thermodynamics describe the behaviour of systems on the macroscopic scale. Their methods are applicable to a wide range of phenomena: from refrigerators to the interior of stars, from chemical reactions to magnetism. Indeed, of all physical laws, the laws ofthermodynamics are perhaps the most universal. This text provides a concise yet thorough introduction to the key concepts which underlie statistical physics and thermodynamics. It begins with a review of classical probability theory and quantum theory, as well as a careful discussion of the notions of information and entropy, prior to embarking on the development of statistical physics proper. The crucial steps leading from the microscopic to the macroscopic domain arerendered transparent. In particular, the laws of thermodynamics are shown to emerge as natural consequences of the statistical framework. While the emphasis is on clarifying the basic concepts, the text also contains many applications and classroom-tested exercises, covering all major topics of astandard course on statistical physics and thermodynamics.
Product details
Edition:
illustrated
Number of Pages:
226
Release Date:
2017-12-15
Publication Date:
2017-12-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press(UK)
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
0199595062
ISBN13:
9780199595068
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[email protected]
Weight:
577 g
Height:
175 cm
Width:
250 cm
Thickness:
17 cm
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