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Author Blinder, S. M., 1932-

Title Introduction to quantum mechanics : in chemistry, materials science, and biology / S.M. Blinder
Published Amsterdam ; Boston : Elsevier, ©2004

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Description 1 online resource (xv, 319 pages) : illustrations (some color)
Series 1514/Complementary Science Ser
1514/Complementary Science Ser
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
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 Schrödinger'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 Schrödinger's Cat, Bell's Theorem, and quantum computing * Includes full-color illustrations, proven pedagogical features, and links to online materials
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references (pages 287-289) and index
Notes Print version record
Subject Quantum theory.
Quantum chemistry.
Quantum biochemistry.
Quantum Theory
SCIENCE -- Physics -- Quantum Theory.
Quantum biochemistry
Quantum chemistry
Quantum theory
Quantenchemie
Mecânica quântica.
Form Electronic book
ISBN 9780080489285
0080489281