Introduction to the Maths and Physics of Quantum Mechanics details
the mathematics and physics that are needed to learn the principles
of quantum mechanics. It provides an accessible treatment of how to
use quantum mechanics and why it is so successful in explaining
natural phenomena. This book clarifies various aspects of quantum
physics such as ‘why quantum mechanics equations contain “I”,
the imaginary number?’, ‘Is it possible to make a transition
from classical mechanics to quantum physics without using
postulates?’ and ‘What is the origin of the uncertainty
principle?’. A significant proportion of discussion is dedicated
to the issue of why the wave function must be complex to properly
describe our “real” world. The book also addresses the
different formulations of quantum mechanics. A relatively simple
introductory treatment is given for the “standard” Heisenberg
matrix formulation and Schrodinger wave-function formulation and
Feynman path integrals and second quantization are then discussed.
This book will appeal to first- and second-year university students
in physics, mathematics, engineering and other sciences studying
quantum mechanics who will find material and clarifications not
easily found in other textbooks. It will also appeal to self-taught
readers with a genuine interest in modern physics who are willing
to examine the mathematics and physics in a simple but rigorous
way. Key Features: • Written in an engaging and approachable
manner, with fully explained mathematics and physics concepts. ·
Suitable as a companion to all introductory quantum mechanics
textbooks · Accessible to a general audience Lucio Piccirillo is a
Professor of Radio Astronomy Technology at the University of
Manchester, UK, with extensive experience in designing and building
cryogenic systems primarily used to cool astrophysical detectors.
He has written more than 100 publications in international
journals. He has written more than 100 publications in
international journals and is the author of Miniature Sorption
Coolers: Theory and Applications (CRC Press, 2018) and Introduction
to the Maths and Physics of the Solar System (CRC Press, 2020).
General
Imprint: |
Crc Press
|
Country of origin: |
United Kingdom |
Release date: |
October 2023 |
Firstpublished: |
2024 |
Authors: |
Lucio Piccirillo
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Dimensions: |
234 x 156mm (L x W) |
Pages: |
232 |
ISBN-13: |
978-0-367-70302-8 |
Categories: |
Books
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LSN: |
0-367-70302-5 |
Barcode: |
9780367703028 |
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