Fundamentals of Quantum Chemistry

Book Title: Quantum Mechanics in Physical Chemistry
Author: James E. House
Edition: Second
Binding: Paperback
Release Date: 01-12-2004
EAN: 9788181476401
Languages: English

Details:
This book introduces the principles of quantum mechanics required for physical chemistry, with a focus on key topics and applications. It assumes only a basic understanding of calculus, chemistry, and physics. The text develops the necessary mathematical tools and applies them to various topics in chemistry.

Key areas covered in the book include:

• Atomic and molecular structure

• Spectroscopy

• Alpha decay, tunneling, and superconductivity

The second edition includes expanded content, such as:

• Perturbation theory

• Orbital symmetry of diatomic molecules

• Huckel Molecular Orbital (MO) method and Woodward-Hoffman rules

• A new chapter on Self-Consistent Field (SCF) and Hartree-Fock methods

Contents:

1. The Early Days

2. The Quantum Mechanical Way of Doing Things

3. Particles in Boxes

4. The Hydrogen Atom

5. More Complex Atoms

6. Vibrations and the Harmonic Oscillator

7. Molecular Rotation and Spectroscopy

8. Barrier Penetration

9. Diatomic Molecules

10. Symmetry

11. Huckel Molecular Orbital Methods

12. SCF and Hartree-Fock Methods

About the Author:
James E. House is an Emeritus Professor of Chemistry at Illinois State University, with previous teaching roles at Western Kentucky University, the University of Illinois, and Illinois Wesleyan University. He has authored about 150 scientific publications and books, including works on chemical kinetics and descriptive inorganic chemistry. He holds BS and MA degrees from Southern Illinois University and a Ph.D. from the University of Illinois.