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Equilibrium by Entropy Maximisation
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By
Phil Attard
Description
Description
This account of thermodynamics and statistical mechanics is based on entropy and its maximization. Building from first principles,
it gives a transparent explanation of the physical behaviour of equilibrium thermodynamic systems, and it presents a comprehensive, self-contained
account of the modern mathematical and computational techniques of statistical mechanics.
Importance of Topic
This field of study is
of vital importance to researchers, lecturers and students alike.
Why This Title
Dr Attard is a well-known researcher in statistical
mechanics who has made significant contributions to this field. His book offers a fresh perspective on the foundations of statistical
thermodynamics. It includes a number of new results and novel derivations, and provides an intriguing alternative to existing monographs.
Especially of note are the simple graphs and figures that illustrate the text throughout and the logical organization of the material.
Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics will be an invaluable and comprehensive reference manual for research scientists. This text
can be used as a complement to existing texts and for supplementary reading.
Audience
For research scientists in the field of statistical mechanics or equilibrium thermodynamics. Graduate students in physical chemistry,
theoretical chemistry, chemical engineering or physics. University or college lecturers and undergraduate students in physics, chemistry
or chemical engineering
Contents
Isolated Systems and Thermal Equilibrium
Various Reservoirs
Probability and General Formalism
Classical Statistical Mechanics
Ideal Systems
Interacting Particles
Diagrammatic and Functional Expansions
Pair Functions
Density Functional Theory
Inhomogeneous Systems
Coulomb Systems
Computer Simulations
| Bibliographic details |
Hardbound, 450 pages, publication date: JUL-2002
ISBN-13: 978-0-12-066321-7
ISBN-10: 0-12-066321-X
Imprint: ACADEMIC PRESS
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