{"product_id":"introduction-to-statistical-mechanics-9789814366212","title":"Introduction To Statistical Mechanics","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntroduction To Statistical Mechanics\u003c\/strong\u003e by Walecka, John Dirk. paperback edition. ISBN: 9789814366212.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe science of statistical mechanics is concerned with defining the thermodynamic properties of a macroscopic sample in terms of the properties of the microscopic systems of which it is composed. The aim of this book is to provide a clear, logical, and self-contained treatment of equilibrium statistical mechanics starting from Boltzmanns two statistical assumptions, and to present a wide variety of applications to diverse physical assemblies. The coverage is enhanced and extended through an extensive set of accessible problems. An appendix provides an introduction to non-equilibrium statistical mechanics through the Boltzmann equation and its extensions. The book assumes introductory courses in classical and quantum mechanics, as well as familiarity with multi-variable calculus and the essentials of complex analysis. Some knowledge of thermodynamics is assumed, although the book starts with an appropriate review of that topic. The targeted audience is first-year graduate students, and advanced undergraduates, in physics, chemistry, and the related physical sciences. The goal of this text is to help the reader obtain a clear working knowledge of the very useful and powerful methods of equilibrium statistical mechanics and to enhance the understanding and appreciation of the more advanced texts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"World Scientific Publishing Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44946550128693,"sku":"ByrdShop_9814366218","price":138.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8139\/0901\/files\/9789814366212_03a5af80-d157-4f4f-8a14-63bd8aadaa69.jpg?v=1778821444","url":"https:\/\/atxbooks.com\/products\/introduction-to-statistical-mechanics-9789814366212","provider":"ATX Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}