{"product_id":"quantum-mechanics-a-mathematical-introduction-hardback-9781009100502","title":"Quantum Mechanics; A Mathematical Introduction (Hardback) 9781009100502","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eQuantum Mechanics\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cfont size=\"5\"\u003eA Mathematical Introduction\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis innovative textbook takes the unique perspective of introducing and solving problems in quantum mechanics using linear algebra methods\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eAndrew J. Larkoski (Author)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9781009100502, Cambridge University Press\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eHardback, published 15 December 2022\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e398 pages\u003cbr\u003e26.1 x 18.3 x 2.3 cm, 0.98 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e'Quantum Mechanics by Larkoski is a much-needed update to undergraduate quantum mechanics teaching, and a good introduction to the way physicists think about and use quantum mechanics. Indispensable tools of modern research like the density matrix, s-matrix and Lie algebras are introduced and applied to the analysis of pedagogical systems, elucidating their meaning and functionality. The book is also well written and generally easy to follow, with appropriately placed examples.' Varun Makhija, University of Mary Washington\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eThis original and innovative textbook takes the unique perspective of introducing and solving problems in quantum mechanics using linear algebra methods, to equip readers with a deeper and more practical understanding of this fundamental pillar of contemporary physics. Extensive motivation for the properties of quantum mechanics, Hilbert space, and the Schrödinger equation is provided through analysis of the derivative, while standard topics like the harmonic oscillator, rotations, and the hydrogen atom are covered from within the context of operator methods.    Advanced topics forming the basis of modern physics research are also included, such as the density matrix, entropy, and measures of entanglement. Written for an undergraduate audience, this book offers a unique and mathematically self-contained treatment of this hugely important topic. Students are guided gently through the text by the author's engaging writing style, with an extensive glossary provided for reference and numerous homework problems to expand and develop key concepts. Online resources for instructors include a fully worked solutions manual and lecture slides.\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e1. Introduction\u003cbr\u003e 2. Linear Algebra\u003cbr\u003e 3. Hilbert Space\u003cbr\u003e 4. Axioms of Quantum Mechanics and Their Consequences\u003cbr\u003e 5. Quantum Mechanical Example: The Infinite Square Well\u003cbr\u003e 6. Quantum Mechanical Example: The Harmonic Oscillator\u003cbr\u003e 7. Quantum Mechanical Example: The Free Particle\u003cbr\u003e 8. Rotations in Three Dimensions\u003cbr\u003e 9. The Hydrogen Atom\u003cbr\u003e 10. Approximation Techniques\u003cbr\u003e 11. The Path Integral\u003cbr\u003e 12. The Density Matrix\u003cbr\u003e 13. Why Quantum Mechanics?\u003cbr\u003e Appendix A. Mathematics Review\u003cbr\u003e Appendix B. Poisson Brackets in Classical Mechanics\u003cbr\u003e Appendix C. Fundamental Constants and Units\u003cbr\u003e Appendix D. Quantum Mechanics Jargon Glossary\u003cbr\u003e Appendix E. 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