An Introduction to Cold and Ultracold Chemistry: Atoms, Molecules, Ions and Rydbergs

This book provides an overview of the fundamentals of cold and ultracold chemistry for advanced undergraduate and graduate students, covering scattering theory, light-matter interaction, reaction dynamics, and Rydberg physics. It includes specialized material previously only found in review articles and aims to motivate students to understand the complexities of these reactions and their underlying connections.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 267 pages
Publication date: 07 November 2021
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This comprehensive textbook serves as a valuable resource for advanced undergraduate and graduate students seeking a thorough understanding of the fundamentals of cold and ultracold chemistry. It begins by defining the concept of cold and ultracold temperatures within the realm of chemistry, and then proceeds to delve into essential topics such as scattering theory (both classical and quantum mechanical), light-matter interaction, reaction dynamics, and Rydberg physics. The author's primary objective is to showcase the immense richness and complexity of the field while inspiring students to grasp the core principles underlying these intriguing reactions and the interconnected relationships that govern them. By incorporating material previously exclusive to specialized review articles, this book equips students engaged in the study of ultracold gases, chemical physics, and physical chemistry with the necessary tools to immerse themselves fully in the realm of cold and ultracold chemistry. Moreover, it unlocks the fascinating chemical laws that govern chemistry at low temperatures, paving the way for the next generation of researchers to explore and unravel the mysteries of this dynamic scientific discipline.

Weight: 444g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030559380
Edition number: 1st ed. 2020