Nice derivations of Maxwell, Fermi-Dirac and Bose-Einstein distributions

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around the derivation of Maxwell's velocity and energy distributions within an ensemble of atoms and molecules, as well as references to Fermi-Dirac and Bose-Einstein distributions. Participants seek detailed explanations and reliable sources for these statistical mechanics concepts.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Technical explanation

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, DaTario, requests references for detailed derivations of Maxwell's distributions and mentions a negative experience with Huang's Statistical Mechanics.
  • Another participant suggests Tolman's Principles of Statistical Mechanics as a good source for these derivations.
  • A different participant recommends Greiner's book on thermodynamics and statistical mechanics, noting its clarity and thoroughness in calculations.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express varying opinions on the usefulness of specific texts, with some agreeing on the inadequacy of Huang's work but differing in their recommendations for alternatives.

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Participants have not provided detailed justifications for their recommendations, and there may be differing definitions or interpretations of the distributions discussed.

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Readers interested in statistical mechanics, particularly those seeking resources for understanding Maxwell, Fermi-Dirac, and Bose-Einstein distributions.

DaTario
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Hi all,

Does anybody know some reference (even internet one) that explains in detail the derivation of Maxwell´s velocity and/or energy distribution on an ensemble of atoms/molecules ?
References to Fermi-Dirac distributions and Bose-Eisntein´s are also welcome.

Best Regards,

DaTario

Comment: My experience with Huang´s Statistical Mechanics was very bad.
 
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Tolman's Principles of Statistical Mechanics is a good source. I didn't care much for Huang either.
 
I suggest Greiner's book on thermodynamics & statistical mechanics. It's pretty clear and there's no shortcut in any calculations.

Daniel.
 
Thank you a lot Dextercioby and Tide.
 

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