Introduction to Thermodynamics and Kinetic Theory of Matter
2. Edition March 2005
XIII, 336 Pages, Softcover
142 Pictures
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This highly original book about the kinetic properties of the microparticles constituting gases, liquids, and solids as well as light is an updated version of a very popular Russian text. Dealing with areas of molecular physics, this edition updates all information, covering elementary statistical mechanics and kinetic theory, and expanding the Russian text to include thermodynamics.
Particularly innovative are the methods - exclusive to this book - for calculating surface structure within quasi-thermodynamics. Also unique is the comparison between rarefied and condensed matter, which is not offered in any other text.
Addressing both students and advanced researchers, the book assumes only a general mathematics and classical mechanics background, allowing the reader to progress quickly from the introductory material to complex topics.
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Imparts the similarities and differences between ratified and condensed matter, classical and quantum systems as well as real and ideal gases. Presents the quasi-thermodynamic theory of gas-liquid interface and its application for density profile calculation within the van der Waals theory of surface tension. Uses inductive logic to lead readers from observation and facts to personal interpretation and from specific conclusions to general ones.
Radiation.
Crystals.
Liquids.
Thermodynamics.
Bibliography.
Index.
