Introduction to the quantum world of atoms and molecules

Jens P Dahl

462 pages, parution le 06/12/2001

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Résumé

This invaluable book provides a balanced and integrated introduction to the quantum world of atoms and molecules. The underlying basis of quantum mechanics is carefully developed, with respect for the historical tradition and from a molecular angle. The fundamental concepts in the theory of atomic and molecular structure are thoroughly discussed, as are the central techniques needed in quantum-chemical applications. Special attention is paid to exposing and clarifying the common ground of Hartree–Fock theory and density-functional theory. Throughout the text, the discussion is pedagogically obliging and aims at simplicity and mathematical clarity, while avoiding the use of advanced mathematics. End-of-chapter problems supplement the main text.

Contents

(1) The Rise of Atomic Theory
(2) The Birth of Quantum Mechanics
(3) Wave Mechanics
(4) Particle in a Box
(5) Quantum-Mechanical Operators
(6) The Free Particle
(7) The Harmonic Oscillator
(8) The Central-Field Problem
(9) The Hydrogen Atom
(10) The Spinning Electron
(11) The Periodic Table by Electron Counting
(12) The Variational Method
(13) Diatomic Molecules
(14) Vibration and Rotation of Diatomic Molecules
(15) Atomic Term Symbols
(16) Atomic Terms. Wavefunctions and Energies
(17) Electronic Terms of Diatomic Molecules
(18) The Hartree–Fock Method
(19) Density-Functional Theory

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	PAPIER
Éditeur(s)	World Scientific
Auteur(s)	Jens P Dahl
Parution	06/12/2001
Nb. de pages	462
Format	15,6 x 22,5
Couverture	Relié
Poids	7782g
Intérieur	Noir et Blanc
EAN13	9789810245658