Quantum Mechanics for Chemistry

This textbook covers advanced quantum chemistry topics, including electronic structure calculation, quantum dynamics, and spectroscopic techniques, and is suitable for undergraduate and graduate students and researchers in physical chemistry and chemical physics.

Format: Hardback
Length: 432 pages
Publication date: 29 June 2023
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

This comprehensive textbook serves as a foundational resource for advanced undergraduate and graduate-level courses in quantum chemistry, as well as a valuable reference for researchers in physical chemistry and chemical physics. It delves into a wide range of core topics, including principles of quantum mechanics, vibrational and rotational states, hydrogen-like molecules, perturbation theory, variational principles, and molecular orbital theories. Additionally, the book explores essential theories of electronic structure calculation, primary methods for calculating quantum dynamics, and prominent spectroscopic techniques for quantum measurement. Furthermore, it addresses topics that are often overlooked in conventional textbooks, such as path integral formulation, open system quantum dynamics methods, and Greens function approaches. By presenting these topics in a clear and concise manner, the book aims to help readers grasp the fundamental quantum mechanical principles that underpin modern chemistry and gain expertise in major computational chemistry and spectroscopic experimental methods employed by contemporary researchers.

Throughout the text, Dirac notation is employed to enhance readability and comprehension, while maintaining a balance between comprehensiveness, rigor, and accessibility. The book includes a comprehensive set of exercises to reinforce the concepts discussed and facilitate a deeper understanding of the material. Whether used as a textbook for a course on quantum chemistry or as a self-study resource, this book is an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to advance their knowledge in this field.

Weight: 840g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031302176
Edition number: 1st ed. 2023