Quantum Mechanics

Quantum Mechanics Theory and Applications - Fundamental Theories of Physics

2004th edition

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Publisher's Synopsis

An understanding of quantum mechanics is vital to all students of physics, chemistry and electrical engineering, but requires a lot of mathematical concepts, the details of which are given with great clarity in this book. Various concepts have been derived from first principles, so it can also be used for self-study. The chapters on the JWKB approximation, time-independent perturbation theory and effects of magnetic field stand out for their clarity and easy-to-understand mathematics. Two complete chapters on the linear harmonic oscillator provide a very detailed discussion of one of the most fundamental problems in quantum mechanics. Operator algebra is used to show the ease with which one can calculate the harmonic oscillator wave functions and study the evolution of the coherent state. Similarly, three chapters on angular momentum give a detailed account of this important problem. Perhaps the most attractive feature of the book is the excellent balance between theory and applications and the large number of applications in such diverse areas as astrophysics, nuclear physics, atomic and molecular spectroscopy, solid-state physics, and quantum well structures.

Book information

ISBN: 9781402021299
Publisher: Springer Netherlands
Imprint: Springer
Pub date:
Edition: 2004th edition
DEWEY: 530.12
DEWEY edition: 23
Language: English
Number of pages: 2 volumes (xlviii, 858 )
Weight: 1490g
Height: 235mm
Width: 375mm
Spine width: 24mm