The Physics of Fluids and Plasmas

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A solid understanding of fluid mechanics and plasma physics is crucial for aspiring astrophysicists. This graduate textbook introduces these subjects from foundational principles, assuming only an undergraduate physics background. It uniquely integrates the study of neutral fluids and plasmas, highlighting their similarities and differences while developing both macroscopic and microscopic theories. Astrophysical examples enrich the content, and exercises at the end of each chapter reinforce comprehension. It targets graduate students in astrophysics and advanced students in physics and applied mathematics.