Holzner Quantum Physics For Dummies, Revised Edition

2. Auflage 2013
ISBN: 978-1-118-46088-7
Verlag: John Wiley & Sons
Format: PDF
Kopierschutz: Adobe DRM (»Systemvoraussetzungen)

E-Book, Englisch, 336 Seiten, E-Book

Quantum Physics For Dummies, Revised Edition helps makequantum physics understandable and accessible. From what quantumphysics can do for the world to understanding hydrogen atoms,readers will get complete coverage of the subject, along withnumerous examples to help them tackle the tough equations.Compatible with classroom text books and courses, QuantumPhysics For Dummies, Revised Edition lets students study attheir own paces and helps them prepare for graduate or professionalexams. Coverage includes:
* The Schrodinger Equation and its Applications
* The Foundations of Quantum Physics
* Vector Notation
* Spin
* Scattering Theory, Angular Momentum, and more
Your plain-English guide to understanding and working withthe micro world
Quantum physics -- also called quantum mechanics or quantumfield theory -- can be daunting for even the most dedicatedstudent or enthusiast of science, math, or physics. This friendly,concise guide makes this challenging subject understandable andaccessible, from atoms to particles to gases and beyond. Plus, it'spacked with fully explained examples to help you tackle the trickyequations like a pro!
* Compatible with any classroom course -- study at your ownpace and prepare for graduate or professional exams
* Your journey begins here -- understand what quantumphysics is and what kinds of problems it can solve
* Know the basic math -- from state vectors to quantummatrix manipulations, get the foundation you need to proceed
* Put quantum physics to work -- make sense ofSchrödinger's equation and handle particles bound in squarewells and harmonic oscillators
* Solve problems in three dimensions -- use the fulloperators to handle wave functions and eigenvectors to find thenatural wave functions of a system
* Discover the latest research -- learn the cutting-edgequantum physics theories that aim to explain the universeitself

Autoren/Hrsg.

Holzner, Steven

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Introduction 1
Part I: Small World, Huh? Essential Quantum Physics 7
Chapter 1: Discoveries and Essential Quantum Physics 9
Chapter 2: Entering the Matrix: Welcome to State Vectors 23
Part II: Bound and Undetermined: Handling Particles in Bound States 55
Chapter 3: Getting Stuck in Energy Wells 57
Chapter 4: Back and Forth with Harmonic Oscillators 91
Part III: Turning to Angular Momentum and Spin 125
Chapter 5: Working with Angular Momentum on the Quantum Level 127
Chapter 6: Getting Dizzy with Spin 157
Part IV: Multiple Dimensions: Going 3D with Quantum Physics 167
Chapter 7: Rectangular Coordinates: Solving Problems in Three Dimensions 169
Chapter 8: Solving Problems in Three Dimensions: Spherical Coordinates 189
Chapter 9: Understanding Hydrogen Atoms 205
Chapter 10: Handling Many Identical Particles 231
Part V: Group Dynamics: Introducing Multiple Particles 253
Chapter 11: Giving Systems a Push: Perturbation Theory 255
Chapter 12: Wham-Blam! Scattering Theory 275
Part VI: The Part of Tens 293
Chapter 13: Ten Quantum Physics Tutorials 295
Chapter 14: Ten Quantum Physics Triumphs 299
Glossary 303
Index 309

Über Autor(innen)

Steven Holzner is an award-winning author of technical and science books (like Physics For Dummies and Differential Equations For Dummies). He graduated from MIT and did his PhD in physics at Cornell University, where he was on the teaching faculty for 10 years. He's also been on the faculty of MIT. Steve also teaches corporate groups around the country.