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Quantum Mechanics: A Paradigms Approach

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This popular undergraduate quantum mechanics textbook is now available in a more affordable printing from Cambridge University Press. Unlike many other books on quantum mechanics, this text begins by examining experimental quantum phenomena such as the Stern-Gerlach experiment and spin measurements, using them as the basis for developing the theoretical principles of quantum mechanics. Dirac notation is developed from the outset, offering an intuitive and powerful mathematical toolset for calculation, and familiarizing students with this important notational system. This non-traditional approach is designed to deepen students' conceptual understanding of the subject, and has been extensively class tested. Suitable for undergraduate physics students, worked examples are included throughout and end of chapter problems act to reinforce and extend important concepts. Additional activities for students are provided online, including interactive simulations of Stern-Gerlach experiments, and a fully worked solutions manual is available for instructors.

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  • Focuses on modern experimental quantum mechanics, immersing the reader in current research trends and developing an intuitive understanding of the subject
  • Develops understanding and fluency of Dirac and matrix notation, giving students access to a powerful mathematical toolset
  • Fully worked examples, homework problems, and interactive simulations enhance the book's pedagogical value
Author: McIntyre David
Publisher: CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY PRESS
Pages: 590
ISBN: 9781009310611
Cover: Hardback
Edition Number: 1
Release Year: 2022

Preface
Prologue
1. Stern-Gerlach experiments
2. Operators and measurement
3. Schrödinger time evolution
4. Quantum spookiness
5. Quantized energies: particle in a box
6. Unbound states
7. Angular momentum
8. Hydrogen atom
9. Harmonic oscillator
10. Perturbation theory
11. Hyperfine structure and the addition of angular momenta
12. Perturbation of hydrogen
13. Identical particles
14. Time-dependent perturbation theory
15. Periodic systems
16. Modern applications of quantum mechanics
Appendix A. Probability
Appendix B. Complex numbers
Appendix C. Matrices
Appendix D. Waves and fourier analysis
Appendix E. Separation of variables
Appendix F. Integrals
Appendix G. Physical constants
Index.

David H. McIntyre is Professor of Physics at Oregon State University, where he has been a faculty member since 1989. He is one of the original developers of the Paradigms in Physics educational program. His other teaching interests include optical physics, computational physics, and computer interfacing. His laboratory research interests are in laser spectroscopy and optical physics.

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