Statistical Physics: An Entropic Approach - Hardcover

Ford, Ian

9781119975311: Statistical Physics: An Entropic Approach

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 111997531X ISBN 13: 9781119975311

Publisher: Wiley, 2013

This undergraduate textbook provides a statistical mechanical foundation to the classical laws of thermodynamics via a comprehensive treatment of the basics of classical thermodynamics, equilibrium statistical mechanics, irreversible thermodynamics, and the statistical mechanics of non-equilibrium phenomena.

This timely book has a unique focus on the concept of entropy, which is studied starting from the well-known ideal gas law, employing various thermodynamic processes, example systems and interpretations to expose its role in the second law of thermodynamics. This modern treatment of statistical physics includes studies of neutron stars, superconductivity and the recently developed fluctuation theorems. It also presents figures and problems in a clear and concise way, aiding the student’s understanding.

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About the Author:

Ian Ford
Department of Physics and Astronomy, University College London, UK

Review:

“Summing Up: Recommended. Upper-division undergraduates.” (Choice, 1 March 2014)

“The best choice is finally that the entropy is uncertainty commodified". The reviewer believes that the aim of the book is evident and it is worth while to make a detailed study of it from time to time.” (Zentralblatt MATH, 1 October 2013)

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