Berg, Howard C.
Random Walks in Biology
- ISBN 13:
- 9780691000640
- author:
- Berg, Howard C.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Princeton University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1993
- Pages:
- 164
- Dimensions:
- 21 x 13.8 x 1.4 cm
- Genre:
- Biology Textbook
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Random Walks in Biology by Howard C. Berg provides a clear and concise introduction to statistical physics, essential for understanding various biological processes. This book explains key concepts and techniques in an approachable manner, making it accessible to students of biology, biochemistry, and biophysics. The author discusses the physics involved in diffusion, sedimentation, electrophoresis, chromatography, and cell motility using the concept of random walks of individual particles. By focusing on these fundamental principles, readers can gain a deeper understanding of how biological systems function. With 152 pages of clear explanations and straightforward techniques, this paperback edition is an ideal resource for those looking to develop their knowledge of statistical physics in the context of biology.