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Statistical mechanics of solids / Louis A. Girifalco.
Math/Physics/Astronomy Library QC176 .G54 2000
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- Format:
- Book
- Author/Creator:
- Girifalco, L. A. (Louis A.)
- Series:
- Monographs on the physics and chemistry of materials ; 58.
- Monographs on the physics and chemistry of materials ; 58
- Language:
- English
- Subjects (All):
- Solids--Mathematical models.
- Solids.
- Statistical mechanics.
- Physical Description:
- xiv, 519 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm.
- Place of Publication:
- Oxford ; New York : Oxford University Press, 2000.
- Summary:
- This monograph, suitable for use as an advanced text, presents the statistical mechanics of solids from the perspective of the material properties of the solid state. The statistical mechanics are developed as a tool for understanding properties and each chapter includes useful exercises to illustrate the topics covered. Topics discussed include the theory of the harmonic crystal, the theory of free electrons in metal and semiconductors, electron transport, alloy ordering, surfaces and polymers.
- Notes:
- Includes bibliographical references (pages 505-508) and index.
- Local Notes:
- Acquired for the Penn Libraries with assistance from the Rosengarten Family Fund.
- ISBN:
- 0195119657
- OCLC:
- 41431739
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