Introduction to Statistical Physics (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780387951195)

This textbook covers the basic prinples of statistical physics and thermodynamics at the level of first-year graduate students or advanced undergraduates; it presents the subject in a straightforward and lively manner. After reviewing the basics probability theory classical thermodynamics, the author addresses the standard topics of statistical physics, and demonstrates their relevance in other scientific fields using clear and explicit examples. Later chapters introduce phase transitions, critical phenomena and non-equilibrium phenomena.

Author: Silvio Salinas
ISBN-10: 0387951199
ISBN-13: 9780387951195
Publisher: Springer
Language: English
Published: 02/08/2001
Pages: 378
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.61lbs
Size: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.88d

Review Citation(s):
Choice 07/01/2001 pg. 1995