Quantum Theory of the Solid State - An Introduction (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2004)

The book targets a broad readership. First of all, it targets young researchers (postgraduate students) in solid state physics (both physicists and theoretical chemists) as it contains a wide and comprehensive coverage of all important branches of the subject including an up-to-date survey of recent revolutionary advances in quantum mechanics which have made it possible not only to calculate many properties of molecules and solids in close agreement with experiment, but to make reliable predictions in cases when a direct experiment is not possible (e.g. the Earth core). Secondly, it should be a valuable asset to established researchers in the areas of materials science, solid-state physics and chemistry due to very detailed explanations of a wide range of phenomena ranging from symmetry, lattice vibrations, electronic structure and superconductivity to magnetic and dielectric properties. Rigour and detail in explaining complicated mathematical techniques and in providing derivations when talking of various physical concepts are essential for those who would like to really understand things they have never had a chance to. Because of that and of the fact that the book contains a lot of material from different areas of solid-state physics retold from a single viewpoint, it should be indispensable for lecturers. Not only a number of courses, both general and specialised, should be possible to set up, but these courses may also be of a different level of difficulty ranging from undergraduate, postgraduate and then to highly advanced ones. This is because of a clear marking system adopted in the book. Hence, it should also be useful for advanced third- and fourth-year undergraduate students.

General

Imprint:	Springer-Verlag New York
Country of origin:	United States
Series:	Fundamental Theories of Physics, 136
Release date:	May 2004
First published:	2004
Authors:	Lev Kantorovich
Dimensions:	235 x 155 x 33mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	626
Edition:	Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2004
ISBN-13:	978-1-4020-2153-4
Categories:	Books > Science & Mathematics > Chemistry > Physical chemistry > Solid state chemistry Promotions
LSN:	1-4020-2153-4
Barcode:	9781402021534

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