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Introduction to Entropy

- The Way of the World
Af: Jonathan Allday, Simon Hands Engelsk Paperback

Introduction to Entropy

- The Way of the World
Af: Jonathan Allday, Simon Hands Engelsk Paperback
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The concept of entropy arises in diverse branches of science, including physics, where it plays a crucial role. However, the nature of entropy as a unifying concept is not widely discussed—it is dealt with in a piecemeal manner within different contexts. The interpretation of the concept is also subtly different in each case. This book draws these diverse threads together and present entropy as one of the crucial physical concepts. It covers a range of different applications of entropy, from the classical theory of thermodynamics, the statistical approach, entropy in quantum theory, information theory and finally, its manifestation in black hole physics. Each is presented in a manner suitable for undergraduates and interested laypersons with no previous knowledge. The book takes an overview of these areas and assesses to what extent the concept of entropy is being treated in the same way in each, and how it differs.

Key Features:

  • Provides an accessible introduction to the exciting topic of entropy.
  • Includes the latest research on black holes, quantum theory, and the Big Bang.
  • Contains worked examples and exercises.
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The concept of entropy arises in diverse branches of science, including physics, where it plays a crucial role. However, the nature of entropy as a unifying concept is not widely discussed—it is dealt with in a piecemeal manner within different contexts. The interpretation of the concept is also subtly different in each case. This book draws these diverse threads together and present entropy as one of the crucial physical concepts. It covers a range of different applications of entropy, from the classical theory of thermodynamics, the statistical approach, entropy in quantum theory, information theory and finally, its manifestation in black hole physics. Each is presented in a manner suitable for undergraduates and interested laypersons with no previous knowledge. The book takes an overview of these areas and assesses to what extent the concept of entropy is being treated in the same way in each, and how it differs.

Key Features:

  • Provides an accessible introduction to the exciting topic of entropy.
  • Includes the latest research on black holes, quantum theory, and the Big Bang.
  • Contains worked examples and exercises.
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Sprog: Engelsk
Sider: 346
ISBN-13: 9780367638665
Indbinding: Paperback
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ISBN-10: 0367638665
Kategori: Astrofysik
Udg. Dato: 7 okt 2024
Længde: 24mm
Bredde: 178mm
Højde: 253mm
Forlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Oplagsdato: 7 okt 2024
Forfatter(e): Jonathan Allday, Simon Hands
Forfatter(e) Jonathan Allday, Simon Hands

Kategori Astrofysik

ISBN-13 9780367638665

Sprog Engelsk

Indbinding Paperback

Sider 346

Udgave

Længde 24mm

Bredde 178mm

Højde 253mm

Udg. Dato 7 okt 2024

Oplagsdato 7 okt 2024

Forlag Taylor & Francis Ltd