Statistical Thermodynamics
Reference work entry
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/3-540-29623-9_8795
Definition
Statistical thermodynamics refers to a branch of physics and physical chemistry that studies macroscopic systems (in equilibrium) from a microscopic or molecular point of view. It forms a bridge between classical thermodynamics and molecular physics.
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