This text provides a balanced well-organized treatment of thermodynamics and statistical mechanics making thermal physics interesting and accessible to anyone who has completed a year of calculus-based introductory physics. Part I introduces essential concepts of thermodynamics and statistical mechanics from a unified view applying concepts in a select number of illustrative examples. Parts II and III explore further applications of classical thermodynamics and statistical mechanics. Throughout the emphasis is on real-world applications.
Published Date:
23/07/2013
Author:
Daniel V. Schroeder
Publisher:
Pearson Education Limited
Format:
Paperback / softback
Dimensions:
216 mm x 279 mm x 16 mm