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Derivation and Properties of the Boltzmann Equation

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Kinetic Theory of Gases and Plasmas

Part of the book series: Fundamental Theories of Physics ((FTPH,volume 46))

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Neutral gases are usually characterized by short range interaction forces between the molecules and small or moderate densities. In this situation the well-known Boltzmann equation takes a key position.

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Schram, P.P.J.M. (1991). Derivation and Properties of the Boltzmann Equation. In: Kinetic Theory of Gases and Plasmas. Fundamental Theories of Physics, vol 46. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-011-3612-9_4

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