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Quantum Field Theory : From Operators to Path Integrals by Kerson Huang (1998, Hardcover)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherWiley & Sons, Incorporated, John
ISBN-100471141208
ISBN-139780471141204
eBay Product ID (ePID)1063641
Product Key Features
Number of Pages446 Pages
Publication NameQuantum Field Theory : from Operators to Path Integrals
LanguageEnglish
SubjectPhysics / Quantum Theory
Publication Year1998
TypeTextbook
AuthorKerson Huang
Subject AreaScience
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height1.1 in
Item Weight33.2 Oz
Item Length9.7 in
Item Width7.3 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceScholarly & Professional
LCCN98-013437
Dewey Edition21
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal530.14/3
Table Of ContentIntroducing Quantum Fields. Scalar Fields. Relativistic Fields. Canonical Formalism. Electromagnetic Field. Dirac Equation. The Dirac Field. Dynamics of Interacting Fields. Feynman Graphs. Vacuum Correlation Functions. Quantum Electrodynamics. Processes in Quantum Electrodynamics. Perturbative Renormalization. Path Integrals. Broken Symmetry. Renormalization. The Gaussian Fixed Point. In Two Dimensions. Topological Excitations. Appendices. Index.
SynopsisQuantum field theory arose at the beginning of the quantum era. Since that time its domain has been expanded to cover particle physics, condensed matter physics and astrophysics. Providing a distinct alternative to traditional texts, Huang's interpretation introduces quantum theory with a unique perspective on applications to condensed matter physics rather than particle physics. The book first develops the traditional concepts of particle physics and then focuses on the topics that play key roles in condensed matter physics such as functional integrals, statistical mechanics and renormalization, A unique approach to quantum field theory, with emphasis on the principles of renormalization Quantum field theory is frequently approached from the perspective of particle physics. This book adopts a more general point of view and includes applications of condensed matter physics. Written by a highly respected writer and researcher, it first develops traditional concepts, including Feynman graphs, before moving on to key topics such as functional integrals, statistical mechanics, and Wilson's renormalization group. The connection between the latter and conventional perturbative renormalization is explained. Quantum Field Theory is an exceptional textbook for graduate students familiar with advanced quantum mechanics as well as physicists with an interest in theoretical physics. It features: Coverage of quantum electrodynamics with practical calculations and a discussion of perturbative renormalization A discussion of the Feynman path integrals and a host of current subjects, including the physical approach to renormalization, spontaneous symmetry breaking and superfluidity, and topological excitations Nineteen self-contained chapters with exercises, supplemented with graphs and charts, Quantum field theorythe basics needed to understand the behavior of all matteris frequently approached from the narrow, more theoretical perspective of particle physics. This work takes a unique, more general approach, including numerous applications in surface and materials. Numerous graphs and charts help explain the material clearly.
LC Classification NumberQC174.45.H82 1998
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