Part 1. Quantum vs. classical physics -- 1. Putting the "quantum" in quantum physics -- 2. Pre-quantum mechanics -- 3. Light and matter -- 4. Early atomic theory -- part 2. The quantum postulates -- 5. The quantum of action -- 6. The quantum theory of light -- 7. Quantizing the atom -- part 3. Quantum mechanics -- 8. Matter waves matter -- 9. The quantum wave function -- 10. Quantum wave mechanics -- 11. Wave functions illustrated -- 12. Particle spin -- part 4. Interpreting quantum physics -- 13. The Copenhagen interpretation -- 14. The completeness of quantum physics -- 15. Alternate interpretations -- part 5. Grand unification -- 16. The fundamental interactions -- 17. The fundamental particles -- 18. Toward a theory of everything -- part 6. Applications of quantum theory -- 19. Quantum lights and solids -- 20. Quantum imaging -- 21. Quantum information technology
Summary
This book explores the complex topic of quantum physics, while making it easier to understand for science enthusiasts and students alike
