Encyclopedia of nonlinear science / edited by Alwyn Scott

Contributor(s):

Scott, Alwyn

Material type: Text

TextLanguage: English Publication details: Routledge, 2005. New York:Description: 1053 pagesISBN:

9781579583859

Subject(s):

DDC classification:

003.75 SCO

Summary: The "Encyclopedia of Nonlinear Science" edited by Alwyn Scott offers a comprehensive overview of this field. It features 438 alphabetically organized essays that explore the fundamental mathematical concepts of nonlinear science and its applications across various disciplines. These include ecology, biology, chemistry, physics, engineering, economics, and more. The book caters to a wide audience. Undergraduate and graduate students gain a foundational understanding of how nonlinear science is used today. Researchers and science educators can expand their knowledge in unfamiliar areas. The content ranges from historical and descriptive entries to those requiring some scientific notation. With entries varying in length (1,000-4,000 words) and including helpful features like cross-references, bibliographies, and illustrations, the book caters to both general readers and specialists. Even complex topics are explained in simple terms and visually supported by black and white and color images.

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Item type	Current library	Collection	Shelving location	Call number	Status	Barcode
Reference	Kalaignar Centenary Library Madurai	ENGLISH-REFERENCE BOOKS	நான்காம் தளம் / Fourth floor	003.75 SCO (Browse shelf(Opens below))	Not for loan	192430

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The "Encyclopedia of Nonlinear Science" edited by Alwyn Scott offers a comprehensive overview of this field. It features 438 alphabetically organized essays that explore the fundamental mathematical concepts of nonlinear science and its applications across various disciplines. These include ecology, biology, chemistry, physics, engineering, economics, and more. The book caters to a wide audience. Undergraduate and graduate students gain a foundational understanding of how nonlinear science is used today. Researchers and science educators can expand their knowledge in unfamiliar areas. The content ranges from historical and descriptive entries to those requiring some scientific notation. With entries varying in length (1,000-4,000 words) and including helpful features like cross-references, bibliographies, and illustrations, the book caters to both general readers and specialists. Even complex topics are explained in simple terms and visually supported by black and white and color images.

Encyclopedia of nonlinear science / edited by Alwyn Scott

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