Quantum Mechanics: A Paradigms Approach

✍ Scribed by David McIntyre, Corinne A Manogue, Janet Tate

• Publisher: Addison-Wesley
• Year: 2012
• Tongue: English
• Leaves: 598
• Edition: 1
• Category: Library

✦ Synopsis

This innovative new text presents quantum mechanics in a manner that directly reflects the methods used in modern physics research—making the material more approachable and preparing students more thoroughly for real research. Most texts in this area start with a bit of history and then move directly to wave-particle problems with accompanying heavy mathematical analysis; Quantum Mechanics provides a foundation in experimental phenomena and uses a more approachable, less intimidating, more powerful mathematical matrix model. Beginning with the Stern-Gerlach experiments and the discussion of spin measurements, and using bra-ket notation, the authors introduce an important notational system that is used throughout quantum mechanics. This non-traditional presentation is designed to enhance students’ understanding and strengthen their intuitive grasp of the subject.