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OverviewThis book provides an introduction to quantum theory primarily for students of mathematics. Although the approach is mainly traditional the discussion exploits ideas of linear algebra, and points out some of the mathematical subtleties of the theory. Amongst the less traditional topics are Bell's inequalities, coherent and squeezed states, and introductions to group representation theory. Later chapters discuss relativistic wave equations and elementary particle symmetries from a group theoretical standpoint rather than the customary Lie algebraic approach. This book is intended for the later years of an undergraduate course or for graduates. It assumes a knowledge of basic linear algebra and elementary group theory, though for convenience these are also summarized in an appendix. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Keith Hannabuss (Billmeir Fellow and Tutor in Mathematics, Billmeir Fellow and Tutor in Mathematics, Balliol College, Oxford)Publisher: Oxford University Press Imprint: Oxford University Press Volume: 1 Dimensions: Width: 16.00cm , Height: 2.60cm , Length: 24.10cm Weight: 0.698kg ISBN: 9780198537946ISBN 10: 0198537948 Pages: 394 Publication Date: 20 March 1997 Audience: College/higher education , Tertiary & Higher Education Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: To order  Stock availability from the supplier is unknown. We will order it for you and ship this item to you once it is received by us. Table of ContentsPreface Introduction Wave mechanics Quadratic and linear potentials The hydrogen atom Scattering and tunnelling The mathematical structure of quantum theory The commutation relations Angular momentum Symmetry in quantum theory Measurements and paradoxes Alternative formulations of quantum theory Stationary perturbation theory Iterative perturbation theory Variational methods The semi-classical approximation Systems of several particles Relativistic wave equation Dirac particles in electromagnetic fields Symmetries of elementary particles A review of linear algebra and groups Open systemsReviewsAlthough this is an introductory text, some quite sophisticated concepts are discussed....In summary, this text gives undergraduate mathematics majors an excellent opportunity to see how their linear and abstract algebra and differential equations courses can be applied to modern physics. --Mathematical Reviews<br> Although this is an introductory text, some quite sophisticated concepts are discussed....In summary, this text gives undergraduate mathematics majors an excellent opportunity to see how their linear and abstract algebra and differential equations courses can be applied to modern physics. --Mathematical Reviews Students who master the contents of this book as undergraduates would have considerable advantages over many of their contemporaries. New Scientist, 11 October 1997 This book is very well written and the presentation is lucid. It can be recommended to its intended readership Aslib Book Guide Although the author claims that his treatment is less than rigorous, it is considerably more advanced than that taught to many undergraduates...Students who master the contents of this book as undergraduates would have considerable advantages over many of their contemporaries if they moved on to research in theoretical or mathematical physics Nature Author InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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