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OverviewA macroscopic system consists of a tremendous number of microscopic atoms and molecules. In thermal equilibrium the state of such a system is uniquely defined, despite the fact that the microscopic particles behave quite randomly. This observation gives rise to the fundamental law of the statistical physics; it allows entropy to be defined and a framework for the theory to be constructed but cannot be derived form quantum mechanics or force laws. Introduction to Statistical Physics seeks to explain the laws of the macroscopic level to undergraduate students learning them for the first time. The first part of this book explains the essence of statistical physics without going into details such as Liouville s theorem or ergodic theorem, which are difficult for beginners and unnecessary for actual application of the statistical mechanics. In the second part, statistical mechanics is applied to various systems which look different but have the same mathematical structure, in particular, features applications to quantum dynamics, thermodynamics, Ising model and statistical dynamics of free spins. Advanced topics in phase transitions and dense gases conclude the text, plus helpful appendices. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Daijiro YoshiokaPublisher: Springer Imprint: Springer Dimensions: Width: 23.40cm , Height: 1.20cm , Length: 15.60cm Weight: 0.318kg ISBN: 9783540814962ISBN 10: 3540814965 Pages: 224 Publication Date: 25 August 2008 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Undefined Publisher's Status: Unknown Availability: Out of stock  Table of ContentsReviews<p>From the reviews: <p> Yoshioka (Univ. of Tokyo) offers an introduction to statistical physics with an emphasis on macroscopic relations. Yoshioka writes well, and students will derive a great deal from this text. It might work well as a course supplement of for someone who wants a good introduction to macroscopic studies. Summing Up: Recommended. Upper-division undergraduates. (E. Kincanon, CHOICE, Vol. 44 (10), June, 2007)<p> The book is intended as a textbook for undergraduate students, and it is divided into three parts. The first part is devoted to general principles, the second part to elementary investigators and the third part to more advanced topics. Finally, the appendix summarizes some mathematical facts used in this book. (Christina Papenfuss, Zentralblatt MATH, Vol. 1129 (7), 2008)<p> This accessible text provides a comprehensive and self-contained introduction to the basics of statistical physics for equilibrium states at a level suitable for beginning undergraduat Author InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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