Home
The Boltzmann Equation by E.g.d. Cohen, Paperback | Indigo Chapters
![The Boltzmann Equation by E.g.d. Cohen, Paperback | Indigo Chapters](https://dynamic.indigoimages.ca/books/9783709183380.jpg?scaleup=true&width=600&quality=85&lang=en)
Coles
The Boltzmann Equation by E.g.d. Cohen, Paperback | Indigo Chapters
From E.g.d. Cohen
Current price: $248.50
Loading Inventory...
Size: 1 x 9.61 x 2.47
*Product information may vary - to confirm product availability, pricing, and additional information please contact Coles
In, 1872, Boltzmann published a paper which for the first time provided a precise mathematical basis for a discussion of the approach to equilibrium. The paper dealt with the approach to equilibrium of a dilute gas and was based on an equation - the Boltzmann equation, as we call it now - for the velocity distribution function of such < gas. The Boltzmann equation still forms the basis of the kinetic theory of gases and has proved fruitful not only for the classical gases Boltzmann had in mind, but als- if properly generalized - for the electron gas in a solid and the excitation gas in a superfluid. Therefore it was felt by many of us that the Boltzmann equation was of sufficient interest, even today, to warrant a meeting, in which a review of its present status would be undertaken. Since Boltzmann had spent a good part of his life in Vienna, this city seemed to be a natural setting for such a meeting. The first day was devoted to historical lectures, since it was generally felt that apart from their general interest, they would furnish a good introduction to the subsequent scientific sessions. We are very much indebted to Dr. D. | The Boltzmann Equation by E. g.d. Cohen, Paperback | Indigo Chapters | The Boltzmann Equation by E.g.d. Cohen, Paperback | Indigo Chapters