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Strange World of Quantum Mechanics by Daniel F. Styer (2000, Trade Paperback)
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PublisherCambridge University Press
ISBN-100521667801
ISBN-139780521667807
eBay Product ID (ePID)1102710
Product Key Features
Number of Pages172 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameStrange World of Quantum Mechanics
SubjectPhysics / Quantum Theory
Publication Year2000
TypeTextbook
Subject AreaScience
AuthorDaniel F. Styer
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.6 in
Item Weight18 Oz
Item Length10 in
Item Width7 in
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Intended AudienceCollege Audience
LCCN99-013559
TitleLeadingThe
Dewey Edition21
Reviews‘Styer addresses a non-technical audience … the book gives a clear account of Feynman’s approach. At times this is quite compelling … One valuable idea that I haven’t seen before in this kind of book is the inclusion of challenging problems at the end of each chapter … if you are looking for an original account of Feynman’s approach, I can recommend this book.’Peter Holland, New Scientist, "...gives a clear account of Feynman's approach. At times this is quite compelling....If you are looking for an original account of Feynman's approach, I recommend this book." Nature, "Strange World is well-written, engaging, pared-down, precise and accurate on technical matters; it conveys the author's enthusiasm for the subject well, and is a product of careful thought and successful pedagogy." American Journal of Physics, 'The Strange World of Quantum Mechanics not only provides a lively written, accurate and non-technical introduction to these basic concepts of quantum mechanics but also manages to bridge the gap from these basic concepts to modern developments which are still of topical interest for current research … this book is an ideal source for any non-physicist with a strong interest in the central ideas of quantum mechanics … thus The Strange World of Quantum Mechanics is also highly recommendable to students and even to experts as a complementary textbook.' G. Alber, Contemporary Physics, 'The Strange World of Quantum Mechanics not only provides a lively written, accurate and non-technical introduction to these basic concepts of quantum mechanics but also manages to bridge the gap from these basic concepts to modern developments which are still of topical interest for current research ... this book is an ideal source for any non-physicist with a strong interest in the central ideas of quantum mechanics ... thus The Strange World of Quantum Mechanics is also highly recommendable to students and even to experts as a complementary textbook.' G. Alber, Contemporary Physics, ‘The Strange World of Quantum Mechanics not only provides a lively written, accurate and non-technical introduction to these basic concepts of quantum mechanics but also manages to bridge the gap from these basic concepts to modern developments which are still of topical interest for current research … this book is an ideal source for any non-physicist with a strong interest in the central ideas of quantum mechanics … thus The Strange World of Quantum Mechanics is also highly recommendable to students and even to experts as a complementary textbook.’G. Alber, Contemporary Physics, 'Styer addresses a non-technical audience … the book gives a clear account of Feynman's approach. At times this is quite compelling … One valuable idea that I haven't seen before in this kind of book is the inclusion of challenging problems at the end of each chapter … if you are looking for an original account of Feynman's approach, I can recommend this book.' Peter Holland, New Scientist, 'Styer addresses a non-technical audience ... the book gives a clear account of Feynman's approach. At times this is quite compelling ... One valuable idea that I haven't seen before in this kind of book is the inclusion of challenging problems at the end of each chapter ... if you are looking for an original account of Feynman's approach, I can recommend this book.' Peter Holland, New Scientist, 'When Dan Syter lays out quantum mechanics, I listen.' Edwin F. Taylor, winner of Oersted Medel 1998
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal530.12
Table Of ContentPreface; 1. Introduction; 2. Classical magnetic needles; 3. The Stern-Gerlach experiment; 4. The conundrum of projections: repeated measurements; 5. Probability; 6. The Einstein-Podolsky-Rosen paradox; 7. Variations on a theme by Einstein; 8. Optical interference; 9. Quantal interference; 10. Amplitudes; 11. Working with amplitudes; 12. Two slit inventions; 13. Quantum cryptography; 14. Quantum mechanics of a bouncing ball; 15. The wavefunction; Appendix A: a brief history of quantum mechanics; Appendix B: putting weirdness to work; Appendix C: sources; Appendix D: general questions; Appendix E: bibliography; Appendix F: skeleton answers for selected problems; Index.
SynopsisThis is an exceptionally accessible, accurate, and non-technical introduction to quantum mechanics. After briefly summarizing the differences between classical and quantum behaviour, this engaging account considers the Stern-Gerlach experiment and its implications, treats the concepts of probability, and then discusses the Einstein-Podolsky-Rosen paradox and Bell's theorem. Quantal interference and the concept of amplitudes are introduced and the link revealed between probabilities and the interference of amplitudes. Quantal amplitude is employed to describe interference effects. Final chapters explore exciting new developments in quantum computation and cryptography, discover the unexpected behaviour of a quantal bouncing-ball, and tackle the challenge of describing a particle with no position. Thought-provoking problems and suggestions for further reading are included. Suitable for use as a course text, The Strange World of Quantum Mechanics enables students to develop a genuine understanding of the domain of the very small. It will also appeal to general readers seeking intellectual adventure., This is an exceptionally accessible, accurate, and nontechnical introduction to quantum mechanics. After briefly summarizing the differences between classical and quantum behavior, this engaging account considers the Stern-Gerlach experiment and its implications, treats the concepts of probability, and then discusses the Einstein-Podolsky-Rosen paradox and Bell's theorem. Coverage introduces the quantal interference and the concept of amplitudes, and also reveals the link between probabilities and the interference of amplitudes. Final chapters explore exciting new developments in quantum computation and cryptography, discover the unexpected behavior of a quantal bouncing-ball, and tackle the challenge of describing a particle with no position. Thought-provoking problems and suggestions for further reading are included. Suitable for use as a course text, The Strange World of Quantum Mechanics enables students to develop a genuine understanding of the domain of the very small. It will also appeal to general readers seeking intellectual adventure., This is an exceptionally accessible, accurate and non-technical introduction to quantum mechanics. Suitable for use as a course text, it will enable students to develop a genuine understanding of the rules governing the domain of the very small. It will also appeal to general readers seeking intellectual adventure.
LC Classification NumberQC174.12 .S879 2000
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