Statistical Mechanics
Uppsala University
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Statistical Mechanics
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Code: 1FA140
The course discusses how probability theory can be used to derive relations between the microscopic and macroscopic properties of matter. Thermodynamic potentials, Maxwell-Boltzmann distributions with applications on crystals and gases. Quantum statistics, Bose-Einstein and Fermi-Dirac statistics, Bose-Einstein condensation. The basic theory for electrons in a metal. Transport phenomena.
Entry requirements
60 credits including Mechanics III, Electromagnetism I, Thermodynamics/Technical Thermodynamics, Quantum Physics/Quantum Physics F.
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