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This book explains the ideas and techniques of statistical mechanicsthe theory of condensed matterin a simple and progressive way. The text begins with the laws of thermodynamics and the basic ideas of quantum mechanics. The conceptual ideas are then developed carefully, and the mathematical techniques are developed in parallel to give a coherent overall view. The text is illustrated with examples not just from solid state physics, but also from recent theories of radiation from black holes and recent data on the background radiation from the Cosmic Background Explorer. This second edition includes additional advanced material often found in undergraduate courses. It includes three new chapters on phase transitions at an appropriate level for an undergraduate student, and there are numerous exercises at the end of each chapter, along with brief model answers for the oddnumbered problems. It is a useful and practical textbook for undergraduates in physics and chemistry.
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- Q: What topics are covered in 'Introductory Statistical Mechanics'? A: The book covers the laws of thermodynamics, basic ideas of quantum mechanics, and develops conceptual ideas and mathematical techniques related to statistical mechanics, with applications in condensed matter physics.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Introductory Statistical Mechanics'? A: The author of the book is Roger Bowley.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on January 20, 2000.
- Q: How many pages does 'Introductory Statistical Mechanics' have? A: The book contains 368 pages.
- Q: What edition is this book? A: This is the second edition of 'Introductory Statistical Mechanics'.
- Q: Is this book suitable for undergraduate students? A: Yes, it is a practical textbook designed for undergraduates in physics and chemistry, including advanced material often found in undergraduate courses.
- Q: Does the book include exercises for practice? A: Yes, there are numerous exercises at the end of each chapter, along with brief model answers for the odd-numbered problems.
- Q: Are there any new chapters in the second edition? A: Yes, the second edition includes three new chapters on phase transitions appropriate for undergraduate students.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Does this book include examples from recent scientific theories? A: Yes, the text is illustrated with examples from solid state physics, theories of radiation from black holes, and data from the Cosmic Background Explorer.