Thermodynamics
and Introductory Statistical Mechanics
by Bruno Linder

A clear and concise cntroduction to the basic theories of and linkages between thermodynamics and statistical mechanics!

Thermodynamics and Introductory Statistical Mechanics covers the necessary mathematical tools and computational techniques for understanding both, first providing a separate overview of each and then illustrating and exploring the connections between the two.

Placing equal emphasis on fundamentals and applications, this clear and insightful text covers:

• Thermodynamics basic concepts and definitions, laws, general conditions for equilibrium and stability, phase and chemical equilibria
• Introductory statistical mechanics principles, thermodynamic connection, molecular partition function, statistical mechanical applications
• Mathematical techniques for highlighting exact and inexact differentials, partial derivatives, Caratheodory’s theorem, Legendre transformation, and combinatory analysis

Subtleties and conceptual difficulties are addressed head-on, while ten problem sets and solutions reflect and illuminate the content covered.

For advanced undergraduate and graduate students as well as professionals, Thermodynamics and Introductory Statistical Mechanics provides an introduction and review that is both concise and comprehensive.

Contents

1. Introductory Remarks
1. Thermodynamics
   2. Basic Concepts and Defnitions
   3. The Laws of Thermodynamics I
   4. The Laws of Thermodynamics II
   5. Useful Functions: The Free Energy Functions
   6. The Third Law of Thermodynamics
   7. General Conditions for Equilibrium and Stability
   8. Application of Thermodynamics to Gases, Liquids, and Solids
   9. Phase and Chemical Equilibria
   10. Solutions—Nonelectrolytes
   11. Processes Involving Work Other than Pressure-Volume Work
   12. Phase Transitions and Critical Phenomena

2. Introductory Statistical Methods
   13. Principles of Statistical Methods
   14. Thermodynamic Connection
   15. Molecular Partition Function
   16. Statistical Mechanical Applications

Appendices
Index

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