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OverviewBased on the author's graduate course taught over many years in several physics departments, this 2006 book takes a 'reductionist' view of statistical mechanics, while describing the main ideas and methods underlying its applications. It implicitly assumes that the physics of complex systems as observed is connected to fundamental physical laws represented at the molecular level by Newtonian mechanics or quantum mechanics. Organised into three parts, the first section describes the fundamental principles of equilibrium statistical mechanics. The next section describes applications to phases of increasing density and order: gases, liquids and solids; it also treats phase transitions. The final section deals with dynamics, including a careful account of hydrodynamic theories and linear response theory. This textbook is suitable for a one year graduate course in statistical mechanics for physicists, chemists and chemical engineers. Problems are included following each chapter, with solutions to selected problems provided. Full Product DetailsAuthor: J. Woods HalleyPublisher: Cambridge University Press Imprint: Cambridge University Press ISBN: 9780521532822ISBN 10: 0521532825 Publication Date: 01 April 2004 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Replaced By: 9780521825757 Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock  We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsIntroduction; Part I. Foundations of Equilibrium Statistical Mechanics: 1. Classical distribution function; 2. Quantum mechanical density matrix; 3. Thermodynamics from statistical physics; 4. The semiclassical limit; Part II. States of Matter in Equilibrium Statistical Physics: 5. Perfect gases; 6. Imperfect gases; 7. Classical liquids; 8. Quantum liquids and magnetic systems; 9. Phase transitions, static properties; Part III. Dynamics: 10. Hydrodynamics and related continuum theories; 11. Stochastic models and dynamics of critical phenomena; Appendix; Index.ReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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