Problems and Solutions on Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics (2版)

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This volume is a compilation of carefully selected questions at the PhD qualifying exam level, including many actual questions from Columbia University, University of Chicago, MIT, State University of New York at Buffalo, Princeton University, University of Wisconsin and the University of California at Berkeley over a twenty-year period. Topics covered in this book include the laws of thermodynamics, phase changes, Maxwell-Boltzmann statistics and kinetic theory of gases. This latest edition has been updated with more problems and solutions and the original problems have also been modernized, excluding outdated questions and emphasizing those that rely on calculations. The problems range from fundamental to advanced in a wide range of topics on thermodynamics and statistical physics, easily enhancing the student's knowledge through workable exercises. Simple-to-solve problems play a useful role as a first check of the student's level of knowledge whereas difficult problems will challenge the student's capacity on finding the solutions. Sample Chapter(s) Preface Introduction 1. Thermodynamic States and the First Law (1001–1030) Request Inspection Copy Contents: Preface Introduction Thermodynamics: Thermodynamic States and the First Law (1001–1030) The Second Law and Entropy (1031–1072) Thermodynamic Functions and Equilibrium Conditions (1073–1105) Change of Phase and Phase Equilibrium (1106–1147) Nonequilibrium Thermodynamics (1148–1159) Statistical Physics: Probability and Statistical Entropy (2001–2013) Maxwell-Boltzmann Statistics (2014–2062) Bose-Einstein and Fermi-Dirac Statistics (2063–2115) Ensembles (2116–2148) Kinetic Theory of Gases (2149–2208) Index Readership: Lecturers, postgraduates and advanced undergraduates in physics.

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This book provides a comprehensive exposition of the theory of equilibrium thermodynamics and statistical mechanics at a level suitable for well-prepared undergraduate students. The fundamental message of the book is that all results in equilibrium thermodynamics and statistical mechanics follow from a single unprovable axiom — namely, the principle of equal a priori probabilities — combined with elementary probability theory, elementary classical mechanics, and elementary quantum mechanics.

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Bridging the gap between traditional books on quantum and statistical physics, this series is an ideal introductory course for students who are looking for an alternative approach to the traditional academic treatment. This pedagogical approach relies heavily on scientific or technological applications from a wide range of fields. For every new concept introduced, an application is given to connect the theoretical results to a real-life situation. Each volume features in-text exercises and detailed solutions, with easy-to-understand applications. This third volume covers several basic and more advanced subjects about transitions in quantum and statistical physics. Part I describes how the quantum statistics of fermions and bosons differ and under what condition they can merge into the classical-particle-statistics framework seen in Volume 2. This section also describes the fundamentals of conductors, semiconductors, superconductors, superfluids and Bose–Einstein condensates. Part II introduces time-dependent transitions between quantum states. The time evolution of a simple two-level model gives the minimum background necessary to understand the principles behind lasers and their numerous applications. Time-dependent perturbation theory is also covered, as well as standard approaches to the scattering of massive particles. A semi-classical treatment of electromagnetic field–matter interaction is described with illustrations taken from a variety of processes such as phonon scattering, charge distribution or spin densities. The third and last part of the book gives a brief overview of quantum electrodynamics with applications to photon absorption or emission spectroscopies and a range of scattering regimes. There follows a short introduction to the role of multiphoton processes in quantum entanglement based experiments. Sample Chapter(s) Preface 1. The Ideal Quantum Gases Request Inspection Copy Contents: Quantum Statistics: The Ideal Quantum Gases Fermion Gases Boson Gases Time-Dependent Transitions: Two-Level Couplings Time-Dependent Perturbation Theory Standard Approaches to Scattering Photons: From Electromagnetic Fields to Photons From One-Photon to Multiphoton Processes Readership: Undergraduate students who need a concise introduction to quantum and statistical physics. Graduate students who want to return and learn about the subject from a different perspective.