Concept of Prob in Statistical Phys (Cambridge Studies in Probability, Induction and Decision Theory) - Softcover

Guttmann, Y. M.

 
9780521042178: Concept of Prob in Statistical Phys (Cambridge Studies in Probability, Induction and Decision Theory)
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ISBN 10: 0521042178 ISBN 13: 9780521042178
Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2008

Synopsis

A most systematic study of how to interpret probabilistic assertions in the context of statistical mechanics.

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The Concept of Probability in Statistical Physics A most systematic study of how to interpret probabilistic assertions in the context of statistical mechanics. Full description

Review

'... essential reading for philosophers of physics interested in statistical mechanics and of deep interest to those in physics and mathematics interested in foundational issues.' Larry Sklar, author of Physics and Chance

'... it will become the standard reference for philosophers of science on foundational questions of statistical physics and related matters. It will be likewise useful as an advanced textbook.' Jan von Plato, author of Creating Modern Probability

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Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Publication date
2008
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0521042178
ISBN 13 
9780521042178
Binding
Paperback
Edition number
1
Number of pages
280

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