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Anyone know where i can get statistical physics by F Mandl? or can recommend any other textbook for a course in statistical mechanics.
please how can i get the mandl book from you ? Please it's quite urgent, we're half way into the course already.ModestyKing said:I'm using Mandl's book for my course now, and it seems alright. If you want one based on math rather than 'intuition', I suggest Zuckerman's "Statistical Mechanics for Biomolecules" book - don't let the name fool you, only the last 4 chapters focus on biomolecules, the rest cover statistical mechanics very thoroughly using nothing more than probability theory and calculus as the basis, which I loved.
However, I doubt an undergrad course will follow Zuckerman's book at all, so if this is for that course, get Mandl's on Amazon!
Do you have the pdf? can you send? please.mpresic said:I like Pathria and Beale, Statistical Mechanics.
Statistical physics is a branch of physics that uses statistical methods to study the behavior of a large number of particles, such as atoms or molecules, and their interactions. It aims to understand the macroscopic properties of a system by analyzing the statistical behavior of its microscopic components.
Statistical physics is important because it provides a theoretical framework for understanding and predicting the behavior of complex systems, such as gases, liquids, and solids. It is also used in a wide range of fields, including thermodynamics, chemistry, and biology.
Some key concepts in statistical physics include entropy, probability distributions, partition functions, and the Boltzmann distribution. These concepts help to describe the statistical behavior of particles in a system and how they interact with each other.
F Mandl's textbook is recommended for studying statistical physics because it provides a comprehensive and well-organized introduction to the subject. It covers a wide range of topics and includes many examples and exercises to help students understand the concepts and develop problem-solving skills.
Yes, there are many other recommended textbooks for studying statistical physics, including "Thermal Physics" by Charles Kittel and Herbert Kroemer, "Introduction to Modern Statistical Mechanics" by David Chandler, and "Statistical Mechanics" by R.K. Pathria. It is important to choose a textbook that best suits your learning style and level of understanding.