Thermodynamics and Introductory Statistical Mechanics [Hardcover]

In this clear and concise introduction to thermodynamics and statistical mechanics the reader, who will have some previous exposure to thermodynamics, will be guided through each of the two disciplines separately initially to provide an in-depth understanding of the area and thereafter the connection between the two is presented and discussed.
In addition, mathematical techniques are introduced at appropriate times, highlighting such use as: exact and inexact differentials, partial derivatives, Caratheodory's theorem, Legendre transformation, and combinatory analysis.
* Emphasis is placed equally on fundamentals and applications
* Several problems are includedPREFACE.

1 INTRODUCTORY REMARKS.

1.1 Scope and Objectives.

1.2 Level of Course.

1.3 Course Outline.

1.4 Books.

PART I: THERMODYNAMICS.

2 BASIC CONCEPTS AND DEFINITIONS.

2.1 Systems and Surroundings.

2.2 State Variables and Thermodynamic Properties.

2.3 Intensive and Extensive Variables.

2.4 Homogeneous and Heterogeneous Systems, Phases.

2.5 Work.

2.6 Reversible and Quasi-Static Processes.

2.6.1 Quasi-Static Process.

2.6.2 Reversible Process.

2.7 Adiabatic and Diathermal Walls.

2.8 Thermal Contact and Thermal Equilibrium.

3 THE LAWS OF THERMODYNAMICS I.

3.1 The Zeroth Law—Temperature.

3.2 The First Law—Traditional Approach.

3.3 Mathematical Interlude I: Exact and Inexact Differentials.

3.4 The First Law—Axiomatic Approach.

3.5 Some Applications of the First Law.

3.5.1 Heat Capacity.

3.5.2 Hl#•