An Introduction to Quantum Theory (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780521591614)

Underpinning the axiomatic formulation of quantum theory presented in this undergraduate textbook is a review of early experiments, a comparison of classical and quantal terminology, a Schroedinger-equation treatment of the one-dimensional quantum box, and a survey of relevant mathematics. Among the many concepts comprehensively discussed are: operators; state vectors and wave functions; experimental observables; classical/quantal connections; and symmetry properties. The theory is applied to a wide variety of systems including the non-relativistic H-atom, external electromagnetic fields, and spin. Collisions are described using wave packets. Various time-dependent and time-independent approximations are discussed; applications include electromagnetic transition rates and corrections to the H-atom energies. The final chapter deals with identical-particle symmetries and their application to the He atom, the Periodic Table and diatomic molecules.

Author: F. S. Levin, Frank S. Levin
ISBN-10: 0521591619
ISBN-13: 9780521591614
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Language: English
Published: 12/10/2001
Pages: 808
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 3.20lbs
Size: 10.20h x 7.10w x 1.40d