Computational Methods in Physics, Chemistry and Biology An Introduction [Paperback]

Providing an accessible introduction to a range of modern computational techniques, this book is perfect for anyone with only a limited knowledge of physics. It leads readers through a series of examples, problems, and practical-based tasks covering the basics to more complex ideas and techniques. The focus is placed on the dynamic area
of modern physics, helping readers understand the power and uses of computational physics.
* Leads the reader from a basic introduction to more sophisticated techniques
* Provides the skill-building exercises necessary to tackle more complex problems
* Applies essential techniques to a wide range of key problemsPreface

Introduction

Numerical Solutions to Schr? dinger's Equation

Approximate Methods

Matrix Methods

Deterministic Simulations

Stochastic Simulations

Percolation Theory

Evolutionary Methods

Molecular Dynamics

Appendices

References

Index within its tightly defined scope, the book is excellent, being both readable and informative (Chemistry in Britain, January 2002)

...The book is fresh in its spirit... (Zentralblatt Math, Vol.987, No. 12, 2002)

...an excellent book for undergraduate courses... (Physical Sciences Educational Reviews, November 2002)

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