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- Most comprehensive presentation of the basics of statistical physics
- Also featuring applications to quantum dynamics, thermodynamics, Ising model and statistical dynamics of free spins
- Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras
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Table of contents (10 chapters)
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Front Matter
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General Principles
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Front Matter
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Elementary Applications
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Front Matter
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More Advanced Topics
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Front Matter
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Back Matter
About this book
A macroscopic system consists of a tremendous number of microscopic atoms and molecules. In thermal equilibrium the state of such a system is uniquely defined, despite the fact that the microscopic particles behave quite randomly. This observation gives rise to the fundamental law of the statistical physics; it allows entropy to be defined and a framework for the theory to be constructed.
The first part of this book explains the essence of statistical physics without going into details such as Liouville’s theorem or ergodic theorem, which are difficult for beginners and unnecessary for actual application of the statistical mechanics. In the second part, statistical mechanics Ãs applied to various systems which look different but have the same mathematical structure. In this way readers can deepen their understanding of statistical physics.
Reviews
From the reviews:
"Yoshioka (Univ. of Tokyo) offers an introduction to statistical physics with an emphasis on macroscopic relations. … Yoshioka writes well, and students will derive a great deal from this text. It might work well as a course supplement of for someone who wants a good introduction to macroscopic studies. Summing Up: Recommended. Upper-division undergraduates." (E. Kincanon, CHOICE, Vol. 44 (10), June, 2007)
"The book is intended as a textbook for undergraduate students, and it is divided into three parts. The first part is devoted to general principles, the second part to elementary investigators and the third part to more advanced topics. … Finally, the appendix summarizes some mathematical facts used in this book." (Christina Papenfuß, Zentralblatt MATH, Vol. 1129 (7), 2008)
"This accessible text provides a comprehensive and self-contained introduction to the basics of statistical physics for equilibrium states at a level suitable for beginning undergraduate students with no pre-knowledge of statistical physics. … The beginning student will appreciate the clear and lucid presentation of the subjects discussed. At the end of each chapter problems are given. The book may also serve as a useful guide for teachers of statistical physics." (Oliver Rudolph, Mathematical Reviews, Issue 2009 d)
Authors and Affiliations
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Department of Basic Science, The University of Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
Daijiro Yoshioka
Bibliographic Information
Book Title: Statistical Physics
Book Subtitle: An Introduction
Authors: Daijiro Yoshioka
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-540-28606-6
Publisher: Springer Berlin, Heidelberg
eBook Packages: Physics and Astronomy, Physics and Astronomy (R0)
Copyright Information: Springer-Verlag Berlin Heidelberg 2007
Hardcover ISBN: 978-3-540-28605-9Published: 03 November 2006
Softcover ISBN: 978-3-642-06678-8Published: 12 February 2010
eBook ISBN: 978-3-540-28606-6Published: 30 May 2007
Edition Number: 1
Number of Pages: XII, 208
Topics: Atomic, Molecular, Optical and Plasma Physics, Complex Systems, Mathematical Methods in Physics, Thermodynamics, Statistical Physics and Dynamical Systems