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That is, a consistent theory of quantum physics, not a theory of a consistent quantum. Griffiths (physics, Carnegie-Mellon U.) argues that the primary mathematical constructs of quantum theory--wave functions--can be given a direct physical interpretation, without the measurement that most textbooks use to connect mathematical objects to physical reality. The trick, he says, is to avoid letting concepts of classical physics intrude. His treatment is designed to help newcomers grasp the fundamentals of the field, but he warns that they cannot learn the field by reading it alone.Copyright © 2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
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"Students, teachers and researchers familiar with or interested in issues of interpretation of quantum mechanics will enjoy this book." Choice
"The book is systematic and clear. The conceptual framework of the consistent histories approach is sharply delinerated, there is an abundance of examples, open questions are honestly identified, and there are references to more detailed studies. I think it is the best book on consistent histories thus far, indispensable for those who want to understand this interpretation of quantum mechanics." Mathematical Reviews
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This volume elucidates the consistent quantum theory approach to quantum mechanics at a level accessible to university students in physics, chemistry, mathematics, and computer science, making this an ideal supplement to standard textbooks. Griffiths provides a clear explanation of points not yet adequately treated in traditional texts and which students find confusing, as do their teachers. The book will also be of interest to physicists and philosophers working on the foundations of quantum mechanics.
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Quantum mechanics is one of the most fundamental yet difficult subjects in physics. Nonrelativistic quantum theory is presented here in a clear and systematic fashion, integrating Born's probabilistic interpretation with Schr
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Author provides a clear explanation of points not yet adequately treated in traditional texts and which students find confusing, as do their teachers. This book will also be of interest to physicists and philosophers working on the foundations of quantum mechanics.
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