Quantum physics / by Andrew Zimmerman Jones.
"The plain-English guide to understanding quantum physics. Mastering quantum physics is no easy feat, but with the help of Quantum Physics For Dummies you can work at your own pace to unlock key concepts and fascinating facts. Packed with invaluable explanations, equations, and step-by-step instructions, this book makes a challenging subject much more accessible. Great for college students taking a quantum physics course, Quantum Physics For Dummies offers complete coverage of the subject, along with numerous examples to help you tackle the tough stuff. The Schrodinger Equation, the foundations of quantum physics, vector notation, scattering theory, angular momentum--it's all in here. This handy guide helps you prepare for exams and succeed at learning quantum physics"--Amazon.com.
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- ISBN: 1394225504
- ISBN: 9781394225507
- Physical Description: xiii, 330 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.
- Edition: 3rd edition.
- Publisher: Hoboken, NJ : John Wiley & Sons, Inc., [2024]
- Copyright: ©2024
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- Includes index.
- Formatted Contents Note:
- Pt. 1. Getting started with quantum physics: -- What is quantum physics, anyway? -- Standing on the shoulders of giants : classical physics -- The quantum revolution -- Pt. 2. The fundamentals : quantum physics principles and theories: -- Quantum mechanics : particle states and dualities -- Quantum electrodynamics and beyond -- Quantum cats and spooky action : interpretations of quantum physics -- Pt. 3. By the numbers : basic quantum physics math: -- Entering the matrix : welcome to state vectors -- Getting stuck in energy wells -- Back and forth with harmonic oscillators -- Working with angular momentum on the quantum level -- Getting dizzy with spin -- Pt. 4. Going 3D with quantum physics calculations: -- Rectangular coordinates : solving problems in 3D -- Solving spherical coordinate problems -- The simplest atom : understanding hydrogen -- Handling many particles and group dynamics -- Pt. 5. The part of tens: -- Ten important quantum physics pioneers -- Ten quantum physics triumphs.
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