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DescriptionThis account of thermodynamics and statistical mechanics is based on entropy and its maximization. Building from first principles, it gives a transparent explanation of the physical behaviour of equilibrium thermodynamic systems, and it presents a comprehensive, self-contained account of the modern mathematical and computational techniques of statistical mechanics.Importance of TopicThis field of study is of vital importance to researchers, lecturers and students alike. Why This TitleDr Attard is a well-known researcher in statistical mechanics who has ma

Thermodynamics. --- Statistical mechanics. --- Mechanics --- Mechanics, Analytic --- Quantum statistics --- Statistical physics --- Thermodynamics --- Chemistry, Physical and theoretical --- Dynamics --- Physics --- Heat --- Heat-engines --- Quantum theory

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DescriptionThis account of thermodynamics and statistical mechanics is based on entropy and its maximization. Building from first principles, it gives a transparent explanation of the physical behaviour of equilibrium thermodynamic systems, and it presents a comprehensive, self-contained account of the modern mathematical and computational techniques of statistical mechanics.Importance of TopicThis field of study is of vital importance to researchers, lecturers and students alike. Why This TitleDr Attard is a well-known researcher in statistical mechanics who has ma

Thermodynamics. --- Statistical mechanics.

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Entropy Beyond the Second Law presents a coherent formulation of all aspects of thermodynamics and statistical mechanics with entropy as the unifying theme. This includes formulating equilibrium theory and explaining the role of the Second Law in establishing the equilibrium state. It also establishes the foundations of non-equilibrium theory by generalizing the concept of entropy in an appropriate way. Finally, it addresses the relationship between classical and quantum statistical mechanics by invoking the collapse of the wave function into entropy states. A secondary purpose is to increase the understanding of entropy and the Second Law, and to correct misapprehensions and errors that have arisen over the years.

Entropy. --- Thermodynamics. --- Statistical mechanics. --- Thermodynamics & heat. --- SCIENCE / Mechanics / Thermodynamics.

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Entropy Beyond the Second Law presents a coherent formulation of all aspects of thermodynamics and statistical mechanics with entropy as the unifying theme. This second edition includes the novel entropic treatment of Bose-Einstein condensation, superfluidity, and high temperature superconductivity. The new physical insights and the quantitative agreement with experimental measurement provide concrete examples of the universal approach based on entropy advocated in the book. Thermodynamics and statistical mechanics are important subjects, and students, academics, and researchers require the fundamental concepts to be clearly and concisely presented, as part of a unified whole, and the mathematical derivations to be explained with detailed physical explanation and applications.

Entropy. --- Thermodynamics. --- Statistical mechanics. --- Thermodynamics & heat. --- SCIENCE / Mechanics / Thermodynamics.