Angular Momentum in Quantum Mechanics

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Angular Momentum in Quantum Mechanics
Authors and Contributors      By (author) A. R. Edmonds
SeriesPrinceton Landmarks in Mathematics and Physics
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:160
Dimensions(mm): Height 235,Width 152
Category/GenreAtomic and molecular physics
Quantum physics
ISBN/Barcode 9780691025896
ClassificationsDewey:530.12
Audience
Professional & Vocational
Tertiary Education (US: College)
Illustrations 9 figures, 6 tables

Publishing Details

Publisher Princeton University Press
Imprint Princeton University Press
Publication Date 28 January 1996
Publication Country United States

Description

This book offers a concise introduction to the angular momentum, one of the most fundamental quantities in all of quantum mechanics. Beginning with the quantization of angular momentum, spin angular momentum, and the orbital angular momentum, the author goes on to discuss the Clebsch-Gordan coefficients for a two-component system. After developing the necessary mathematics, specifically spherical tensors and tensor operators, the author then investigates the 3-j, 6-j, and 9-j symbols. Throughout, the author provides practical applications to atomic, molecular, and nuclear physics. These include partial-wave expansions, the emission and absorption of particles, the proton and electron quadrupole moment, matrix element calculation in practice, and the properties of the symmetrical top molecule.

Author Biography

A. R. Edmonds was known for his work in theoretical physics first in England and later in the CERN Theoretical Study Division in Copenhagen.

Reviews

"This book ... has always been and remains to be a standard source reference for those working in quantum theory of angular momentum and its applications in physics."--Zentrallblatt fur Mathematik