5 Quantum mechanics (QM – also known as quantum physics, or quantum theory) is a branch of physics which deals with physical phenomena at microscopic scales, where the action is on …

For quantum mechanics, the original is still the best: Dirac's "The Principles of Quantum Mechanics". It's clear, it's terse, and it's comprehensive. All other books take most of their …

21 In the following answer I am going to refer to the unitary evolution of a quantum state vector (basically Schrodinger's Equation which provide the rate of change with respect to time of the …

Dec 18, 2025 · Quantum mechanics describes the microscopic properties of nature in a regime where classical mechanics no longer applies. It explains phenomena such as the wave …

What physics topics do I need to know to start learning about quantum mechanics? (In addition to the mathematical topics mentioned at What is the math knowledge necessary for starting …

Dec 10, 2024 · In quantum physics, “observation” refers to any interaction that causes quantum outcomes to become definite. This doesn't involve human consciousness; instead, it includes …

There are zero contradictions between quantum mechanics and special relativity; quantum field theory is the framework that unifies them. General relativity also works perfectly well as a low …

Apr 10, 2012 · Physicists would almost always pick "quantum mechanics" as the preferred label for any theory that follows the postulates of quantum mechanics or for the postulates …

The literature I've used so far is: Introduction to Quantum Mechanics by David J.Griffiths, Quantum physics by Leonard Schiff, Modern Quantum Mechanics (Revised Edition) by …

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