Quantum Chemistry And Spectroscopy

by Thomas Engel, Philip Reid

Quantum Chemistry and Spectroscopy is a groundbreaking new text that explains core topics in depth with a focus on basic principles, applications, and modern research. The authors hone in on key concepts and cover them thoroughly and in detail – as opposed to the general, encyclopedic approach competing textbooks take. Excessive math formalism is avoided to keep readers focused on the most important concepts and to provide greater clarity. Applications woven throughout each chapter demonstrate to readers how chemical theories are used to solve real-world chemical problems in biology, environmental science, and material science. Extensive coverage of modern research and new developments in the field get readers excited about this dynamic branch of science. Quantum Chemistry and Spectroscopy is a split text (from Physical Chemistry ) and is organized to facilitate "Quantum first" courses. The online Chemistry Place for Physical Chemistry features interactive problems and simulations that reinforce and build upon material included in the book. From Classical to Quantum Mechanics; The Schrödinger Equation; The Quantum Mechanical Postulates; Using Quantum Mechanics on Simple Systems; The Particle in the Box and the Real World; Commuting and Noncommuting Operators and the Surprising Consequences of Entanglement; A Quantum Mechanical Model for the Vibration and Rotation of Molecules; The Vibrational and Rotational Spectroscopy of Diatomic Molecules; The Hydrogen Atom; Many-Electron Atoms; Examples of Spectroscopy Involving Atoms; Chemical Bonding in H + 2 and H 2 ; Chemical Bonding in Diatomic Molecules; Molecular Structure and Energy Levels for Polyatomic Molecules; Electronic Spectroscopy; Computational Chemistry; Molecular Symmetry; Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy For all readers interested in learning the core topics of quantum chemistry.

Genres: Chemistry, Nonfiction

500 pages, Hardcover

First published February 1, 2005

Reviews

[Carlos · Rating 3 out of 5]

As can be seen in my review of a different edition of this book, I found it to be over-detailed for an undergraduate course in physical chemistry. Having read a slightly different edition while taking a graduate level quantum chemistry course, I feel validated. Everything that I needed to know for a graduate level course was explained here and the mathematics were appropriate for that level. At the end of the day I would recommend this book to someone who has already taken an introductory course in quantum chemistry, but not to someone new to it.

[Carlos · Rating 1 out of 5]

The description of the key concepts of quantum chemistry is not very clear. Similarly, the mathematical proofs that might aid in the understanding of the math involved are not spelled out and thus complicate the course further. I would not recommend it as an aid for a quantum chemistry course or for general readers as it is not very helpful.

[Truong Vo · Rating 2 out of 5]

Better text books are out there.

[IMPERIVM · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent presentation and derivation of advanced quantum physics, with application to chemical instrumentation.

[Sameeř Shamuš · Rating 1 out of 5]

Good book for my class mates