Quantum Theory of Solids by Charles Kittel (Hardcover)

Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, John

0471490253

9780471490258

49026843

Quantum Theory of Solids

Physics / Quantum Theory, Mechanics / Solids

436 Pages

English

Science

Charles Kittel

Hardcover

30 oz

63-020633

19

530.12

A modern presentation of theoretical solid state physics that builds directly upon Kittel's Introduction to Solid State Physics. Treats phonon, electron, and magnon fields, culminating in the BCS theory of superconductivity. Considers Fermi surfaces and electron wave functions and develops the group theoretical description of Brillouin zones. Applies correlation functions to time-dependent effects in solids, with an introduction to Green's functions. With 110 problems, the text is well-suited for the classroom or for self-instruction.