Synopses & Reviews
Quantum mechanics book with heavy emphasis on applications. Focuses on the physics of the applications, rather than on the mathematical structure. Order of magnitude estimates of effects are presented and calculated in detail. Nonclassical results are reconciled with classical expectations. In addition to core material, this edition contains new material on degenerate matter, the integral Quantum Hall Effect, the Einstein derivation of stimulated emission, lasers and the density matrix, exponential decay, and more. Features 60% more problems.
Synopsis
"Quantum Physics is a unique book in that it has a mathematical orientation and focuses only on the core quantum concepts.
Synopsis
Balances mathematical discussions with physical discussions.
* Derivations are complete and the theory is applied whenever possible.
* Gasiorowicz is a world class researcher in quantum physics.
Description
Includes bibliographical references (p. 461-465) and index.
Table of Contents
The Limits of Classical Physics.
Wave Packets and the Uncertainty Relations.
The Schr?dinger Wave Equation and the Probability Interpretation.
Eigenfunctions and Eigenvalues.
One-Dimensional Potentials.
The General Structure of Wave Mechanics.
Operator Methods in Quantum Mechanics.
N -Particle Systems.
The Schr?dinger Equation in Three Dimensions I. The Schr?dinger Equation in Three Dimensions II.
Angular Momentum.
The Hydrogen Atom.
Interaction of Electrons with Electromagnetic Field.
Operators, Matrices, and Spin.
The Addition of Angular Momenta.
Time-Independent Perturbation Theory.
The Real Hydrogen Atom.
The Helium Atom.
The Structure of Atoms.
Molecules.
The Radiation of Atoms.
Selected Topics in Radiation Theory.
Collision Theory.
The Absorption of Radiation in Matter.
Appendices.
Physical Constants.
References.
Index.