MONASH UNIVERSITY FACULTY HANDBOOKS
Science Handbook 1996
Published by Monash University
Clayton, Victoria 3168, Australia
Authorised by Academic Registrar, April 1996
Order
and chaos
Synopsis An introduction to the description of non-linear dynamical
processes in various areas of physics, with emphasis on describing the
phenomena and giving the simplest possible theoretical descriptions. Topics
covered will include (i) the growth of ordered spatial structures out of
fluctuating homogeneous states (Rayleigh-Benard convection, salt fingering,
growth of precipitates from supersaturated solution); (ii) fractal growth
processes such as diffusion-limited aggregation of colloidal particles; (iii)
an introduction to dissipative chaotic phenomena as they occur in nature. Texts
and references to be announced.
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