Introduction to quantum mechanics : in chemistry, materials science, and biology / S.M. Blinder.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Blinder, S. M., 1932-

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Quantum theory.

Quantum chemistry.

Quantum biochemistry.

Physical Description:

xv, 319 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 23 cm

Place of Publication:

Amsterdam ; Boston : Elsevier, [2004]

Summary:

This book provides a lucid, up-to-date introduction to the principles of quantum mechanics at the level of undergraduates and first-year graduate students in chemistry, materials science, biology and related fields. It shows how the fundamental concepts of quantum theory arose from classic experiments in physics and chemistry, and presents the quantum-mechanical foundations of modern techniques including molecular spectroscopy, lasers and NMR. Blinder also discusses recent conceptual developments in quantum theory, including Schr??dinger's Cat, the Einstein-Podolsky-Rosen experiment, Bell's theorem and quantum computing. * Clearly presents the basics of quantum mechanics and modern developments in the field * Explains applications to molecular spectroscopy, lasers, NMR, and MRI * Introduces new concepts such as Schr??dinger's Cat, Bell's Theorem, and quantum computing * Includes full-color illustrations, proven pedagogical features, and links to online materials

Contents:

Atoms and photons

Waves and particles

Quantum mechanics of some simple systems

Principles of quantum mechanics

The harmonic oscillator

Angular momentum

The hydrogen atom and atomic orbitals

Helium atom

Atomic structure and the periodic law

The chemical bond

Molecular orbital theory

Molecular symmetry

Molecular spectroscopy

Nuclear magnetic resonance

Wonders of the quantum world.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 287-289) and index.

ISBN:

0121060519

OCLC:

54356433