Introduction to Quantum Mechanics, 2nd Edition provides an accessible, fully updated introduction to the principles of quantum mechanics. It outlines the fundamental concepts of quantum theory, discusses how these arose from classic experiments in chemistry and physics, and presents the quantum-mechanical foundations of current scientific developments.Beginning with a solid introduction to the key principles underpinning quantum mechanics in Part 1, the book goes on to expand upon these in Part 2, where fundamental concepts such as molecular structure and chemical bonding are discussed. Finally, Part 3 discusses applications of this quantum theory across some newly developing applications, including chapters on Density Functional Theory, Statistical Thermodynamics and Quantum Computing.Drawing on the extensive experience of its expert author, Introduction to Quantum Mechanics, 2nd Edition is a lucid introduction to the principles of quantum mechanics for anyone new to the field, and a useful refresher on fundamental knowledge and latest developments for those varying degrees of background.
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1. Atoms and Photons 2. Waves and Particles 3. Quantum Mechanics of Some Simple Systems 4. Principles of Quantum Mechanics 5. Special Functions 6. Harmonic Oscillator 7. Angular Momentum 8. Hydrogen Atom 9. Helium Atom 10. Atomic Structure 11. The Chemical Bond 12. Diatomic Molecular Orbitals 13. Polyatomic Molecules and Solids 14. Density Functional Theory 15. Molecular Symmetry 16. Molecular Spectroscopy 17. Statistical Thermodynamics 18. Nuclear Magnetic Resonance 19. Wonders of the Quantum World 20. Quantum Computers
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A clear, comprehensive introduction to the principles of quantum mechanics
Presents a fully updated accounting that reflects the most recent developments in Quantum Theory and its applications Includes new chapters on Special Functions, Density Functional Theory, Statistical Thermodynamics and Quantum Computers Presents additional problems and exercises to further support learning
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Produktdetaljer

ISBN
9780128223109
Publisert
2020-10-19
Utgave
2. utgave
Utgiver
Vendor
Academic Press Inc
Vekt
700 gr
Høyde
229 mm
Bredde
151 mm
Aldersnivå
P, 06
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Antall sider
434

Biographical note

S.M. Blinder is a Professor Emeritus of Chemistry and Physics at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, and a telecommuting senior scientist with Wolfram Research in Champaign, Illinois. His research interests within the fields of theoretical chemistry and mathematical physics have included applications of quantum mechanics to atomic and molecular structure, theory and applications of Coulomb Propagators, structure and self-energy of the electron, supersymmetric quantum mechanics, and quantum computers. He is the author of four books and over 200 journal articles in theoretical chemistry and mathematical physics.