The Physics of Fluids and Plasmas : An Introduction for Astrophysicists
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'I'd not hesitate to recommend [this] book to anybody with an interest in fluids or plasmas ... superbly written ... [an] original textbook which should quickly become a bestseller.' Professor Uriel Frisch, CNRS, Observatoire de Nice
'[This] book provides a comprehensive introduction both to fluid dynamics and to plasma physics, with many astrophysical examples. Here at last is an excellent textbook for a theoretical course, at graduate level, in plasma astrophysics.' Professor Nigel O. Weiss, FRS, University of Cambridge
'The text is unique in combining the essential formal calculations with the simple physical concepts to give the reader an intuitive grasp of the dynamical phenomena of the active astonomical universe ... The new student, as well as the experienced research worker, will find this textbook useful and instructive.' Professor Eugene Parker, University of Chicago
Book Description
A good working knowledge of fluid mechanics and plasma physics is essential for the modern astrophysicist. This graduate textbook provides a clear, pedagogical introduction to these core subjects. Assuming an undergraduate background in physics, this book develops fluid mechanics and plasma physics from first principles. This book is unique because it presents neutral fluids and plasmas in a unified scheme, clearly indicating both their similarities and their differences. Also, both the macroscopic (continuum) and microscopic (particles) theories are developed, establishing the connections between them. Throughout, key examples from astrophysics are used, though no previous knowledge of astronomy is assumed. Exercises are included at the end of chapters to test the reader's understanding. This textbook is aimed primarily at astrophysics graduate students. It will also be of interest to advanced students in physics and applied mathematics seeking a unified view of fluid mechanics and plasma physics, encompassing both the microscopic and macroscopic theories.
The Physics of Fluids and Plasmas : An Introduction for Astrophysicists
The Physics of Fluids and Plasmas: An Introduction for Astrophysicists,Arnab Rai Choudhuri,Cambridge University Press,0521555434,Astrophysics,Astrophysics & Space Science,Fluid dynamics,Mechanics - General,Physics,Plasma astrophysics,Science,Science/Mathematics,Fluid mechanics,Plasma physics,Science / Astrophysics & Space Science
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