Introduction to the Quantum Theory: Third Edition (Dover Books on Physics)

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Book Details

• Author: David Park

• Publisher: Dover

• Edition: 3

• Binding: Paperback

• Number of Pages: 624

• Release Date: 13-09-2005

• Language: English

• ISBN: 9780486441375

• Package Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.1 x 1.3 inches

About The Book
David Park's Introduction to Quantum Mechanics (3rd Edition) is a comprehensive, self-contained text designed for upper-level undergraduates and graduate students. The book provides students with the unique opportunity to reconsider what they already know about physics and gain new insights into the subject. This textbook is divided into two main parts: the first focuses on basic quantum theory, and the second presents a series of selected applications.

The first part covers fundamental topics such as the physical content of the wave function, general principles, one-dimensional physics, hermitian operators, symmetry, angular momentum, and systems in two and three dimensions. It also explores approximate methods of calculation, scattering theory, spin and isospin, electromagnetic radiation, and systems with identical particles. Classical dynamics and Feynman’s construction are discussed to further enhance the students' understanding of quantum concepts.

In the second part of the book, Park shifts focus to applications of quantum mechanics. Topics such as alpha decay theory, electrons in a periodic lattice, the hydrogen spectrum, the helium atom, interatomic forces, the neutron-proton interaction, and the quark model of baryons are examined in detail. This part provides a practical perspective on quantum theory, allowing students to see how it is applied to real-world problems.

With numerous problems of varying difficulty, this book challenges students not only to work through the steps of the proofs but also to deepen their understanding of quantum mechanics through related ideas and concepts. Whether as a classroom text or a personal reference, this textbook is an invaluable resource for anyone studying quantum mechanics.

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