Quantum Mechanics
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Abstract
challenging because a quantum phenomenon is counterintuitive and the mathematics used to explain it is often abstract and dif cult to grasp. This textbook is an attempt to overcome these challenges. Every chapter presents quantum ideas in a stepbystep structured way along with comparisons between quantum and classical concepts that provide clear distinction between classical and quantum logic. Conceptual questions are given after every important section so that readers can check their understanding at every step. Tutorials are included on special topics to teach problem solving by actively engaging readers in a thinking process about the topic. Simulations are provided to aid in the visualization of the quantum phenomenon and to gain meaningful understanding of the mathematics involved. This approach may lead to the development of "quantum mechanical intuition" as well as a learning of mathematical techniques for problem solving. Most importantly, the book does not contain an overabundance of topics that can make readers confused and distracted, but rather the most important topics are discussed and at a deep level. The story of the development of quantum theory is one of the most inspiring stories in physics. Readers are introduced to the early ideas and experiments that lead to the theory of quantum mechanics in the rst two chapters.