Author Description
This Primer Provides A Systematic And Rigorous Introduction To The Spectra And Electronic Structure Of Atoms In The Gas Phase. Throughout, The Author Explains Observed Spectra In Terms Of Underlying Quantum Mechanical Principles While At The Same Time Illustrating Experimental Aspects And Chemical Applications.
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THE THESIS
This text investigates the relationship between observed atomic spectra and the underlying quantum mechanical principles governing electronic structure. Author Tim P. Softley, a specialist in physical chemistry, provides a systematic framework that bridges theoretical physics with experimental observation. The book utilizes a pedagogical approach to explain how atomic energy levels manifest in gas-phase spectra, emphasizing the practical application of these concepts in chemical research.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Systematic analysis of atomic electronic structure
- Theoretical derivation of spectral lines
- Integration of quantum mechanical models with experimental data
- Discussion of chemical applications for spectral analysis
Scope Limits
- Does not cover solid-state or condensed-matter spectroscopy
- Does not provide an exhaustive history of quantum theory development
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts and students frequently identify this work as a concise and effective primer for those entering the field of molecular and atomic physics. The text is noted for its clarity in connecting abstract quantum theory to tangible experimental results, making it a standard resource for undergraduate and graduate chemistry curricula.
Page Count:
92
Publication Date:
1900-01-01
ISBN-10:
0191848972
ISBN-13:
9780191848971
Science
Physics
Chemistry
Atomic Physics
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