Modern Physics, EMEA Edition - Kenneth S. Krane

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Auteur(s) : Kenneth S. Krane

Editeur : John Wiley & Sons Inc

Langue : Anglais

Parution : 01/09/2019

Format : Moyen, de 350g à 1kg

Nombre de pages : 592

Expédition : 1420

Dimensions : 20.3 x 25.3 x 3.2

ISBN : 9781119590583

Résumé :

One of the field's most respected introductory texts, Modern Physics provides a deep exploration of fundamental theory and experimentation. Appropriate for second-year undergraduate science and engineering students, this esteemed text presents a comprehensive introduction to the concepts and methods that form the basis of modern physics, including examinations of relativity, quantum physics, statistical physics, nuclear physics, high energy physics, astrophysics, and cosmology. A balanced pedagogical approach examines major concepts first from a historical perspective, then through a modern lens using relevant experimental evidence and discussion of recent developments in the field. The emphasis on the interrelationship of principles and methods provides continuity, creating an accessible storyline for students to follow.

Extensive pedagogical tools aid in comprehension, encouraging students to think critically and strengthen their ability to apply conceptual knowledge to practical applications. Numerous exercises and worked examples reinforce fundamental principles.

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Sommaire:

Preface v

1. Some Deficiencies of Classical Physics 1
1.1 Review of Classical Physics 3
1.2 Deficiencies in Classical Concepts of Space and Time 11
1.3 Deficiencies in the Classical Theory of Particle Statistics 13
1.4 Theory, Experiment, Law 21

2. The Special Theory of Relativity 25
2.1 Classical Relativity 26
2.2 The Michelson-Morley Experiment 29
2.3 Einstein's Postulates 31
2.4 Consequences of Einstein's Postulates 32
2.5 The Lorentz Transformation 41
2.6 The Twin Paradox 46
2.7 Relativistic Dynamics 48
2.8 Conservation Laws in Relativistic Decays and Collisions 54
2.9 Experimental Tests of Special Relativity 58

3. The Particle-Like Properties of Electromagnetic Radiation 71
3.1 Review of Electromagnetic Waves 72
3.2 The Photoelectric Effect 77
3.3 Thermal Radiation 83
3.4 The Compton Effect 90
3.5 Other Photon Processes 93
3.6 Particles or Waves 96

4. The Wavelike Properties of Particles 105
4.1 De Broglie's Hypothesis 106
4.2 Experimental Evidence for De Broglie Waves 108
4.3 Uncertainty Relationships for Classical Waves 115
4.4 Heisenberg Uncertainty Relationships 118
4.5 Wave Packets 124
4.6 The Motion of a Wave Packet 128
4.7 Probability and Randomness 131

5. The Schr?dinger Equation 139
5.1 Behavior of a Wave at a Boundary 140
5.2 Confining a Particle 144
5.3 The Schr?dinger Equation 146
5.4 Applications of the Schr?dinger Equation 150
5.5 The Simple Harmonic Oscillator 162
5.6 Steps and Barriers 165

6. The Rutherford-Bohr Model of the Atom 177
6.1 Basic Properties of Atoms 178
6.2 Scattering Experiments and the Thomson Model 179
6.3 The Rutherford Nuclear Atom 182
6.4 Line Spectra 188
6.5 The Bohr Model 191
6.6 The Franck-Hertz Experiment 197
6.7 The Correspondence Principle 199
6.8 Deficiencies of the Bohr Model 201

7. The Hydrogen Atom in Wave Mechanics 207
7.1 A One-Dimensional Atom 208
7.2 Angular Momentum in the Hydrogen Atom 210
7.3 The Hydrogen Atom Wave Functions 213
7.4 Radial Probability Densities 218
7.5 Angular Probability Densities 220
7.6 Intrinsic Spin 222
7.7 Energy Levels and Spectroscopic Notation 227
7.8 The Zeeman Effect 228
7.9 Fine Structure 230

8. Many-Electron Atoms 237
8.1 The Pauli Exclusion Principle 238
8.2 Electronic States in Many-Electron Atoms 240
8.3 Outer Electrons: Screening and Optical Transitions 244
8.4 Properties of the Elements 248
8.5 Inner Electrons: Absorption Edges and X Rays 253
8.6 Addition of Angular Momenta 257
8.7 Lasers 261

9. Molecular Structure 269
9.1 The Hydrogen Molecule 270
9.2 Covalent Bonding in Molecules 274
9.3 Ionic Bonding 282
9.4 Molecular Vibrations 286
9.5 Molecular Rotations 290
9.6 Molecular Spectra 294

10. Statistical Physics 303
10.1 Statistical Analysis 304
10.2 Classical and Quantum Statistics 306
10.3 The Density of States 310
10.4 The Maxwell-Boltzmann Distribution 315
10.5 Quantum Statistics 321
10.6 Applications of Bose-Einstein Statistics 324
10.7 Applications of Fermi-Dirac Statistics 330

11. Solid-State Physics 341
11.1 Crystal Structures 342
11.2 The Heat Capacity of Solids 350
11.3 Electrons in Metals 354
11.4 Band Theory of Solids 358
11.5 Superconductivity 364
11.6 Intrinsic and Impurity Semiconductors 369
11.7 Semiconductor Devices 372
11.8 Magnetic Materials 376

12. Nuclear Structure and Radioactivity 389
12.1 Nuclear Constituents 390
12.2 Nuclear Sizes and Sh...