Fundamentals of Quantum Mechanics

Book Details

• Publisher: Academic Press

• Author: James E. House

• Edition: 3

• ISBN: 9780128092422

• Pages: 372

• Cover: Paperback

• Dimensions: 9.0 x 6.0 x 0.9 inches

About The Book

Fundamentals of Quantum Mechanics (Third Edition) by James E. House is a comprehensive and clear introduction to quantum mechanics, aimed at both students and professionals in chemistry and physics. The book provides a detailed and accessible discussion of the key concepts, models, and mathematical tools required for understanding quantum mechanics and its real-world applications.

Key Features:

• Clear explanations of essential quantum mechanical models, such as the particle in a box, rigid rotor, harmonic oscillator, barrier penetration, and hydrogen atom.

• New topics introduced in this edition include band theory, heat capacity of solids, and the spectroscopy of molecules and complexes, with applications to ligand field theory and astrophysical molecules.

• Concise math reviews are included at appropriate points, with all necessary derivations explained in detail.

• Spin-orbit coupling and group theory are discussed with exceptional clarity.

• Barrier penetration (quantum mechanical tunneling) is covered in depth, touching on hot topics like superconductivity and scanning tunneling microscopy.

• Real-world applications of quantum mechanical models, including practical topics such as spectroscopy and material science.

• End-of-chapter problems to help students reinforce their understanding and mastery of concepts.

About the Author

James E. House is a Scholar in Residence at Illinois Wesleyan University and an Emeritus Professor of Chemistry at Illinois State University. He holds BS and MA degrees from Southern Illinois University and a PhD from the University of Illinois, Urbana. With over 32 years of teaching experience in inorganic and physical chemistry, he has authored nearly 150 publications in scientific journals. His books cover topics in chemical kinetics, quantum mechanics, and inorganic chemistry. He was honored as Professor of the Year by the student body at Illinois Wesleyan University in 2011 and was inducted into the Southern Illinois University Chemistry Alumni Hall of Fame. He also serves as the Series Editor for Elsevier's Developments in Physical & Theoretical Chemistry series.