Equilibrium Statistical Mechanics

Book Details

• Publisher: Dover

• Author: Jackson

• Language: English

• Edition: 2nd Edition

• ISBN: 9780486411859

• Pages: 241

• Cover: Paperback

• Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.7 inches

About The Book

Equilibrium Statistical Mechanics by Jackson serves as an excellent introductory resource for students and readers seeking to understand the fundamentals of classical and quantum statistical mechanics. With 241 pages of clearly presented content, this 2nd edition covers both classical and quantum methodologies for open and closed systems, making it accessible even to those with limited exposure to quantum mechanics.

The book begins with introductory chapters on probability and microscopic models, before progressing into a detailed discussion of the general derivation of statistical mechanics relationships. The final chapter contains 16 sections, each addressing different applications of statistical mechanics, progressing in complexity from classical to degenerate quantum statistical mechanics. Key features include an accessible introduction to probability, distribution functions, and uncertainty, providing a solid foundation for understanding statistical mechanics.

Designed for readers with a background in integral calculus, this book is both comprehensive and approachable, with over 100 text figures, a series of appendices, and problems at the end of each chapter to reinforce learning. Whether you're an advanced undergraduate or graduate student, this book provides essential insights into the world of statistical mechanics, offering both theoretical depth and practical applications.