The Quantum Challenge: Modern Research on the Foundations of Quantum Mechanics: Modern Research on the Foundations of Quantum Mechanics (Physics and Astronomy) - Softcover

Greenstein, George; Zajonc, Arthur G.

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9780763724702: The Quantum Challenge: Modern Research on the Foundations of Quantum Mechanics: Modern Research on the Foundations of Quantum Mechanics (Physics and Astronomy)
Softcover
ISBN 10: 076372470X ISBN 13: 9780763724702
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning, 2005

Synopsis

The Quantum Challenge, Second Edition is an engaging and thorough treatment of the extraordinary phenomena of quantum mechanics, and of the enormous challenge they present to our conception of the physical world. Traditionally, the thrill of grappling with such issues is reserved for practicing scientists, while physical science, mathematics, and engineering students are often isolated from these inspiring questions. This book was written to remove this isolation. Greenstein and Zajonc present the puzzles of quantum mechanics using vivid references to contemporary experiments. The authors focus on the most striking and conceptually significant quantum phenomena, together with a clear theoretical treatment of each. The depth and extent of the challenge of quantum mechanics becomes increasingly compelling as they move from the simplest experiments involving single photons or particles, to the famous Einstein-Podolsky-Rosen and Bell's Theorem, and then to macroscopic quantum phenomena. This text was designed for advanced undergraduate science, mathematics, and engineering students. Possible course titles include: Quantum Physics and Quantum Mechanics. © 2006 | 296 pages

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About the Authors

George Greenstein is the Sidney Dillon professor of astronomy at Amherst College. His research has centered on relativistic astrophysics, and he is currently interested in non-traditional approaches to science education.

Arthur G. Zajonc is professor of physics at Amherst College. His research has focused on laser and atomic physics, the foundations of quantum mechanics, and the relationship between science and the humanities.

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Publisher
Jones & Bartlett Learning
Publication date
2005
Language
English
ISBN 10 
076372470X
ISBN 13 
9780763724702
Binding
Paperback
Edition number
2
Number of pages
296
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