Angular Momentum Techniques in Quantum Mechanics by V. Devanathan (English) Pape

Description: Angular Momentum Techniques in Quantum Mechanics by V. Devanathan A course in angular momentum techniques is essential for quantitative study of problems in atomic physics, molecular physics, nuclear physics and solid state physics. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This book deals with the coupling of two or more angular momenta, angular momentum coupling coefficients, rotation matrices, tensor operators, evaluation of matrix elements, the gradient formula, identical particles, statistical tensors and polarization phenomena, traces of angular momentum matrices, the helicity formalism and the spin states of the Dirac particle. These topics cover the entire range of angular momentum techniques that are being widely used in the study of both non-relativistic and relativistic problems in physics. At the end of each chapter, review questions, problems and solutions to selected problems are given in order to enable the reader to have a clearer understanding of the subject. Audience: This volume will serve as a valuable reference monograph for research workers in particle physics, nuclear physics and material science. It is also recommended as a text in angular momentum techniques for graduate students of physics and chemistry. Notes Springer Book Archives Table of Contents Angular Momentum Operators and Their Matrix Elements.- Coupling of Two Angular Momenta.- Vectors and Tensors in Spherical Basis.- Rotation Matrices - I.- Rotation Matrices - II.- Tensor Operators and Reduced Matrix Elements.- Coupling of Three Angular Momenta.- Coupling Of Four Angular Momenta.- Partial Waves and the Gradient Formula.- Identical Particles.- Density Matrix and Statistical Tensors.- Products of Angular Momentum Matrices and Their Traces.- The Helicity Formalism.- The Spin States of Dirac Particles. Promotional Springer Book Archives Long Description A course in angular momentum techniques is essential for quantitative study of problems in atomic physics, molecular physics, nuclear physics and solid state physics. This book has grown out of such a course given to the students of the M. Sc. and M. Phil. degree courses at the University of Madras. An elementary knowledge of quantum mechanics is an essential pre-requisite to undertake this course but no knowledge of group theory is assumed on the part of the readers. Although the subject matter has group-theoretic origin, special efforts have been made to avoid the gro- theoretical language but place emphasis on the algebraic formalism dev- oped by Racah (1942a, 1942b, 1943, 1951). How far I am successful in this project is left to the discerning reader to judge. After the publication of the two classic books, one by Rose and the other by Edmonds on this subject in the year 1957, the application of angular momentum techniques to solve physical problems has become so common that it is found desirable to organize a separate course on this subject to the students of physics. It is to cater to the needs of such students and research workers that this book is written. A large number of questions and problems given at the end of each chapter will enable the reader to have a clearer understanding of the subject. Details ISBN904815281X Publisher Springer Series Fundamental Theories of Physics Year 2010 ISBN-10 904815281X ISBN-13 9789048152810 Format Paperback Imprint Springer Place of Publication Dordrecht Country of Publication Netherlands DEWEY 530.12 Author V. Devanathan Birth 1930 Edition 1st Short Title ANGULAR MOMENTUM TECHNIQUES IN Language English Media Book Series Number 108 Edition Description 1999 Pages 242 Illustrations XIV, 242 p. Publication Date 2010-12-08 Alternative 9780792358664 Audience Professional & Vocational We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:96231621;

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