Chapter 4. Basics of Quantum Mechanics
Published Online: 22 JUN 2009
DOI: 10.1002/9783527627486.ch4
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Book Title
Relativistic Quantum Chemistry: The Fundamental Theory of Molecular Science
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How to Cite
Reiher, M. and Wolf, A. (2009) Basics of Quantum Mechanics, in Relativistic Quantum Chemistry: The Fundamental Theory of Molecular Science, Wiley-VCH Verlag GmbH & Co. KGaA, Weinheim, Germany. doi: 10.1002/9783527627486.ch4
Publication History
- Published Online: 22 JUN 2009
- Published Print: 14 JAN 2009
ISBN Information
Print ISBN: 9783527312924
Online ISBN: 9783527627486
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Keywords:
- quantum mechanics;
- basics;
- quantum mechanical state;
- equation of motion;
- angular momentum;
- rotations;
- Pauli antisymmetry principle
Summary
The study of matter at a molecular and sub-molecular level requires a quantum mechanical framework. In this chapter, we provide an overview of the essential concepts and notation of quantum theory needed to understand the development of relativistic many-electron quantum mechanics. This introductory overview starts from basic axioms with a focus on the nonrelativistic theory. Gauge and Lorentz invariance properties as introduced in the classical theory are then discussed for the basic quantum mechanical equations in the following two chapters.