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Theoretical Mechanics of Particles and Continua
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Author/Editor: Alexander L. Fetter, John Dirk Walecka
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This two-part text supplies a lucid, self-contained account of classical mechanics and provides a natural framework for introducing advanced mathematical concepts in physics. Topics include Lagrangian dynamics, Hamiltonian dynamics, fluids and sound and surface waves, more. 165 figures. 2 tables. 198...  read more
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This two-part text supplies a lucid, self-contained account of classical mechanics and provides a natural framework for introducing advanced mathematical concepts in physics. Topics include Lagrangian dynamics, Hamiltonian dynamics, fluids and sound and surface waves, more. 165 figures. 2 tables. 1980 edition.
Unabridged republication of the edition published by McGraw-Hill, Inc., New York, 1980.

Product Details:

ISBN 10: 0486432610
ISBN 13: 9780486432618
Author/Editor: Alexander L. Fetter, John Dirk Walecka
Format: Book
Page Count: 592
Dimensions: 6 1/8 x 9 1/4
Publication date: December 2003
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