Quantum Chemistry - Hardcover

An introduction to quantum chemistry which covers quantum mechanics, atomic structure and molecular electronic structure. All the necessary mathematics is presented alongside the physics and chemistry, and is given sufficient detail to be accessible to those with little mathematical background.

Covers such areas as the Schrodinger Equation, harmonic oscillator, angular momentum, hydrogen atom, theorems of quantum mechanics, electron spin and the Pauli Principle, the Virial Theorem and the Hellmann Feynman Theorem, and more. Contains solid presentations of the mathematics needed for quantum chemistry, clearly explaining difficult or subtle points in detail. Offers full, step-by-step examinations of derivations that are easy to follow and understand. Offers comprehensive coverage of recent, revolutionary advances in modem quantum-chemistry methods for calculating molecular electronic structure including the ab initio and semiempirical methods for molecular calculations. Now integrates over 500 problems throughout, with a substantial increase in the amount of computer applications, and fully updated discussions of molecular electronic structure calculations. For professionals in all branches of chemistry.