Nonclassical Physics

Nonclassical Physics

Author: Randy Harris

Publisher: Addison Wesley Publishing Company

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 632

ISBN-13:

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Adopting a flexible and contemporary approach, and examining the most relevant and newest topics, this physics text is enhanced by the optional self-contained sections and exercises. It also includes special progress and application sections.


Quantum Non-Locality and Relativity

Quantum Non-Locality and Relativity

Author: Tim Maudlin

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2011-05-06

Total Pages: 315

ISBN-13: 1444331264

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The third edition of Quantum Non-Locality and Relativity has been carefully updated to reflect significant developments, including a new chapter covering important recent work in the foundations of physics. A new edition of the premier philosophical study of Bell’s Theorem and its implication for the relativistic account of space and time Discusses Roderich Tumiulka’s explicit, relativistic theory that can reproduce the quantum mechanical violation of Bell’s inequality. Discusses the "Free Will Theorem" of John Conway and Simon Kochen Introduces philosophers to the relevant physics and demonstrates how philosophical analysis can help inform physics


Concepts of Mass in Classical and Modern Physics

Concepts of Mass in Classical and Modern Physics

Author: Max Jammer

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 1997-01-01

Total Pages: 260

ISBN-13: 9780486299983

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Rigorous, concise, and provocative monograph analyzes the ancient concept of mass, the neoplatonic concept of inertia, the modern concept of mass, mass and energy, and much more. 1964 edition.


The Six Core Theories of Modern Physics

The Six Core Theories of Modern Physics

Author: Charles F. Stevens

Publisher: MIT Press

Published: 1995

Total Pages: 252

ISBN-13: 9780262691888

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This text presents a summary of the basic theoretical structures of classical mechanics, electricity and magnetism, quantum mechanics, statistical physics, special relativity and modern field theories.


Introduction to Modern Optics

Introduction to Modern Optics

Author: Grant R. Fowles

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 2012-04-25

Total Pages: 356

ISBN-13: 048613492X

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A complete basic undergraduate course in modern optics for students in physics, technology, and engineering. The first half deals with classical physical optics; the second, quantum nature of light. Solutions.


Introduction to Physics in Modern Medicine

Introduction to Physics in Modern Medicine

Author: Suzanne Amador Kane

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2002-11-28

Total Pages: 358

ISBN-13: 9780415301718

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The medical applications of physics are not typically covered in introductory physics courses. Introduction to Physics in Modern Medicine fills that gap by explaining the physical principles behind technologies such as surgical lasers or computed tomography (CT or CAT) scanners. Each chapter includes a short explanation of the scientific background, making this book highly accessible to those without an advanced knowledge of physics. It is intended for medicine and health studies students who need an elementary background in physics, but it also serves well as a non-mathematical introduction to applied physics for undergraduate students in physics, engineering, and other disciplines.


Modern Physics

Modern Physics

Author: Canio Noce

Publisher:

Published: 2020

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780750326780

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"Intended for science and engineering students with a background in introductory physics and calculus, this textbook creates a bridge between classical and modern physics, filling the gap between descriptive elementary texts and formal graduate textbooks. The book presents the main topics and concepts of special relativity and quantum mechanics, starting from the basic aspects of classical physics and analysing these topics within a modern physics frame. The classical experiments that gave rise to modern physics are also critically discussed, and special emphasis is devoted to solid state physics and its relationship with modern physics." -- Prové de l'editor.


Modern Particle Physics

Modern Particle Physics

Author: Mark Thomson

Publisher:

Published: 2013

Total Pages: 825

ISBN-13: 1107289777

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"Unique in its coverage of all aspects of modern particle physics, this textbook provides a clear connection between the theory and recent experimental results, including the discovery of the Higgs boson at CERN. It provides a comprehensive and self-contained description of the Standard Model of particle physics suitable for upper-level undergraduate students and graduate students studying experimental particle physics. Physical theory is introduced in a straightforward manner with full mathematical derivations throughout. Fully-worked examples enable students to link the mathematical theory to results from modern particle physics experiments. End-of-chapter exercises, graded by difficulty, provide students with a deeper understanding of the subject. Online resources available at www.cambridge.org/MPP feature password-protected fully-worked solutions to problems for instructors, numerical solutions and hints to the problems for students and PowerPoint slides and JPEGs of figures from the book"--


Quantum Processes Systems, and Information

Quantum Processes Systems, and Information

Author: Benjamin Schumacher

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2010-03-25

Total Pages: 482

ISBN-13: 9780521875349

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A new and exciting approach to the basics of quantum theory, this undergraduate textbook contains extensive discussions of conceptual puzzles and over 800 exercises and problems. Beginning with three elementary 'qubit' systems, the book develops the formalism of quantum theory, addresses questions of measurement and distinguishability, and explores the dynamics of quantum systems. In addition to the standard topics covered in other textbooks, it also covers communication and measurement, quantum entanglement, entropy and thermodynamics, and quantum information processing. This textbook gives a broad view of quantum theory by emphasizing dynamical evolution, and exploring conceptual and foundational issues. It focuses on contemporary topics, including measurement, time evolution, open systems, quantum entanglement, and the role of information.