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This book is based on many years of teaching statistical and thermal physics. It assumes no previous knowledge of thermodynamics, kinetic theory, or probabilitythe only prerequisites are an elementary knowledge of classical and modern physics, and of multivariable calculus. The first half of the book introduces the subject inductively but rigorously, proceeding from the concrete and specific to the abstract and general. In clear physical language the book explains the key concepts, such as temperature, heat, entropy, free energy, chemical potential, and distributions, both classical and quantum. The second half of the book applies these concepts to a wide variety of phenomena, including perfect gases, heat engines, and transport processes. Each chapter contains fully worked examples and realworld problems drawn from physics, astronomy, biology, chemistry, electronics, and mechanical engineering.
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- Q: What topics are covered in 'Statistical and Thermal Physics: Fundamentals and Applications'? A: The book covers key concepts in statistical and thermal physics, including temperature, heat, entropy, free energy, chemical potential, and both classical and quantum distributions. It also applies these concepts to various phenomena such as perfect gases, heat engines, and transport processes.
- Q: Is prior knowledge of thermodynamics required to understand this book? A: No, this book assumes no previous knowledge of thermodynamics, kinetic theory, or probability. An elementary understanding of classical and modern physics and multivariable calculus is the only prerequisite.
- Q: How is the content structured in the book? A: The first half of the book introduces the subject inductively and rigorously, progressing from concrete examples to abstract concepts. The second half applies these concepts to real-world phenomena with fully worked examples and problems.
- Q: What is the format of the book? A: The book is available in a hardcover format, which is durable and suitable for extensive use.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 480 pages.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Statistical and Thermal Physics: Fundamentals and Applications' is M.D. Sturge.
- Q: When was the book published? A: The book was published on September 24, 2003.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: Can this book help with real-world applications? A: Yes, the book includes real-world problems and examples drawn from various fields such as physics, astronomy, biology, chemistry, electronics, and mechanical engineering, making it applicable to a range of practical scenarios.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners? A: Yes, as it is designed for readers with only basic knowledge of physics and calculus, making it accessible for beginners interested in learning about statistical and thermal physics.