Statistical Physics of Nanoparticles in the Gas Phase

Thermal processes are ubiquitous and an understanding ofthermal phenomena is essential for a complete descriptionof the physics of nanoparticles, both for the purpose ofmodeling the dynamics of the particles and for the correctinterpretation of experimental data. The second edition of this book follows the logic of first edition,with an emphasis on presentation of literature results and toguide the reader through derivations. Several topics have beenadded to the repertoire, notably magnetism, a fuller expositionof aggregation and the related area of nucleation theory.Also a new chapter has been added on the transient hot electronphenomenon. The book remains focused on the fundamental propertiesof nanosystems in the gas phase. Each chapter is enriched with additional new exercises and three Appendices provide additional usefulmaterial.