PHYSICS 362 - States of Matter

Institution:

Hope College

Subject:

Description:

The prominent states of matter are examined from classical and quantum mechanical points of view. An overview of thermodynamics and statistical mechanics is given. Effects of Bose-Einstein and Fermi-Dirac statistics are detailed for gases, liquids and solids. Slightly degenerate perfect gases, electrons in metals and Bose-condensation, viewed as a first order phase transition, are discussed. Applications are made to such systems as plasmas, semiconductors, white dwarfs, and neutron stars. Special emphasis is given to superfluids, superconductors, and the Josephson effect. Alternate years. Corequisite: Physics 280. Prerequisites: Physics 270 and Mathematics 232. Four Credits Gonthier Spring Semester, Odd Years

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.hope.edu

Phone Number:

(616) 395-7000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

The Course Profile information is provided and updated by third parties including the respective institutions. While the institutions are able to update their information at any time, the information is not independently validated, and no party associated with this website can accept responsibility for its accuracy.