The Physics of Fluids and Plasmas: An Introduction for Astrophysicists
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About the Book
A good working knowledge of fluid mechanics and plasma physics is essential for the modern astrophysicist. This graduate textbook provides a clear, pedagogical introduction to these core subjects. Assuming an undergraduate background in physics, this book develops fluid mechanics and plasma physics from first principles. This book is unique because it presents neutral fluids and plasmas in a unified scheme, clearly indicating both their similarities and their differences. Also, both the macroscopic (continuum) and microscopic (particle) theories are developed, establishing the connections between them. Throughout, key examples from astrophysics are used, though no previous knowledge of astronomy is assumed. Exercises are included at the end of chapters to test the reader's understanding. This textbook is aimed primarily at astrophysics graduate students. It will also be of interest to advanced students in physics and applied mathematics seeking a unified view of fluid mechanics and plasma physics, encompassing both the microscopic and macroscopic theories.
Book Details
ISBN-13: 9780521555432
EAN: 9780521555432
Publisher Date: 26/11/1998
Binding: Paperback
Continuations: English
Dewey: 530.44
Illustration: Y
Language: English
MediaMail: Y
Number of Items: 01
Returnable: N
Spine Width: 25 mm
Width: 178 mm
ISBN-10: 0521555434
Publisher: Cambridge Univ Pr
Acedemic Level: English
Book Type: English
Depth: 25
Height: 254 mm
Is LeadingArticle: Y
LCCN: 97031092
No of Pages: 448
PrintOnDemand: Y
Series Title: English
Sub Title: An Introduction for Astrophysicists