Symmetries in Physics: Group Theory Applied to Physical Problems (Springer Series in Solid-State Sciences; 64)

Falter, C.; Ludwig, W.

ISBN 10: 0387180214 / ISBN 13: 9780387180212

Published by Springer-Verlag, Berlin, Germany, 1988

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Hardcover with printed (loose plastic protected) boards. Lightly rubbed head and tail of spine and corners of cover, glue stains on endpapers. Text and illustrations are clean and tightly bound.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Symmetries in Physics: Group Theory Applied to Physical Problems (Springer Series in Solid-State Sciences; 64)
• Publisher: Springer-Verlag, Berlin, Germany
• Publication Date: 1988
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0387180214
• ISBN 13: 9780387180212
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: First Edition.
• Condition: Very Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: No Dust Jacket
• Book Type: Clean Copy
• Seller catalogs:
  • Science - Chemistry/Biochemistry/Physics

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Synopsis

Everyone knows that symmetry is fundamentally important in physics. On one hand, the symmetry of a system is often the starting point for general physical considerations, and on the other hand, particular problems may be solved in simpler and more elegant ways if symmetry is taken into account. This book presents the underlying theories of symmetry and gives examples of their application in branches of physics ranging from solid-state to high-energy physics via atomic and molecular physics. The text is as self-contained as possible, with as much mathematical formalism given as required. The main emphasis is on the theory of group representations and on the method of projection operators, this is a very powerful tool which is often treated only very briefly. Discrete symmetries, continuous symmetries and symmetry breaking are also discussed, and exercises are provided to stimulate the reader to carry out original work.

From the Back Cover

Symmetries in Physics presents the fundamental theories of symmetry, together with many examples of applications taken from several different branches of physics. Emphasis is placed on the theory of group representations and on the powerful method of projection operators. The excercises are intended to stimulate readers to apply the techniques demonstrated in the text.