This undergraduate textbook provides a statistical mechanical foundation to the classical laws of thermodynamics via a comprehensive treatment of the basics of classical thermodynamics, equilibrium statistical mechanics, irreversible thermodynamics, and the statistical mechanics of non-equilibrium phenomena. This timely book has a unique focus on the concept of entropy, which is studied starting from the well-known ideal gas law, employing various thermodynamic processes, example systems and interpretations to expose its role in the second law of thermodynamics. This modern treatment of statistical physics includes studies of neutron stars, superconductivity and the recently developed fluctuation theorems. It also presents figures and problems in a clear and concise way, aiding the student?s understanding.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
ISBN-13
9781119975311
eBay Product ID (ePID)
148799536
Product Key Features
Author
Ian Ford
Publication Name
Statistical Physics: an Entropic Approach
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Subject
Physics
Publication Year
2013
Type
Textbook
Number of Pages
280 Pages
Dimensions
Item Height
251mm
Item Width
176mm
Item Weight
674g
Additional Product Features
Title_Author
Ian Ford
Country/Region of Manufacture
United States
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