Introduction to Quantum Mechanics

2 ed
ISBN: 978-0-12-822310-9
Verlag: Elsevier Science Publishing Co Inc

Buch, Englisch, 434 Seiten, Format (B × H): 152 mm x 229 mm, Gewicht: 450 g

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.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Blinder, S.M.

Fachgebiete

• Naturwissenschaften Physik Quantenphysik
• Naturwissenschaften Chemie Physikalische Chemie Quantenchemie, Theoretische Chemie
• Naturwissenschaften Physik Physik Allgemein Theoretische Physik, Mathematische Physik, Computerphysik
• Naturwissenschaften Physik Angewandte Physik Biophysik
• Naturwissenschaften Biowissenschaften Angewandte Biologie Biophysik
• Technische Wissenschaften Technik Allgemein Physik, Chemie für Ingenieure

Inhaltsverzeichnis

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

Über Autor(innen)

Blinder, S.M.
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.