PHYS 440 - Statistical and Thermal Physics

Institution:

Randolph-Macon College

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Description:

A survey of thermal phenomena. Topics include classical thermodynamics - temperature, heat, work, energy, entropy; the thermodynamic laws; classical and quantum statistics describing systems of distinguishable and indistinguishable particles. Three one-hour lectures per week. Prerequisite: PHYS 152. Offered alternate years. Three hours. Staff.

Credits:

1.00 - 3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.rmc.edu

Phone Number:

(804) 752-7200

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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