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Mathematical Statistical Mechanics
Paperback / softback
Main Details
Title |
Mathematical Statistical Mechanics
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Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Colin J. Thompson
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Series | Princeton Legacy Library |
Physical Properties |
Format:Paperback / softback | Pages:290 | Dimensions(mm): Height 235,Width 152 |
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Category/Genre | Probability and statistics Classical mechanics |
ISBN/Barcode |
9780691608686
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Classifications | Dewey:530.132 |
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Audience | Tertiary Education (US: College) | Professional & Vocational | |
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Publishing Details |
Publisher |
Princeton University Press
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Imprint |
Princeton University Press
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Publication Date |
8 March 2015 |
Publication Country |
United States
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Description
While most introductions to statistical mechanics are either too mathematical or too physical, Colin Thompson's book combines mathematical rigor with familiar physical materials. Following introductory chapters on kinetic theory, thermodynamics, the Gibbs ensembles, and the thermodynamic limit, later chapters discuss the classical theories of phase
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