Problems in Thermodynamics and Statistical Physics

Book Details

• Author: Peter Landsberg

• Publisher: Dover

• Binding: Paperback

• Number of Pages: 592

• Release Date: 18-06-2014

• EAN: 9780486780757

• Package Dimensions: 9.0 x 6.0 x 1.3 inches

• Languages: English

About The Book
This well-respected volume presents a comprehensive set of problems and full solutions related to thermodynamics, statistical physics, and statistical mechanics. Aimed at instructors, undergraduates, and graduate students in mathematics, physics, chemistry, and engineering, the book provides a structured learning experience.

Content Overview:

• 28 Chapters: These chapters, written by various experts, gradually progress from simpler to more complex subjects, making it suitable for both beginners and more advanced students.

• Core Topics:

  • Laws of thermodynamics

  • Statistical theory of information and ensembles

  • Classical gases, polyatomic molecules, non-electrolyte liquids and solutions

  • Phase transitions, Green function methods, stochastic methods

  • Transport phenomena in gases and metals, plasma physics, Nyquist's theorem, and more.

The book is designed to be a valuable resource for independent study, offering a practical approach for learning thermodynamics and statistical physics. The progression from basic to advanced topics ensures that both foundational and more specialized concepts are covered.

Features:

• Full solutions for each problem to aid learning and comprehension.

• Topics progress in difficulty, ideal for independent study.

• In-depth coverage of important concepts in thermodynamics, statistical mechanics, and statistical physics.

This book is an essential resource for anyone studying or teaching thermodynamics and statistical mechanics.