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Are there any QFT books that use little to no math? If there is a little math that is okay. I don't know much about math. I am looking for good explanations on how it works without math. Any help would be great!
Whoever then has the effrontery to study physics while neglecting mathematics must know from the start that he will never make his entry through the portals of wisdom.BadgerBadger92 said:Are there any QFT books that use little to no math? If there is a little math that is okay. I don't know much about math. I am looking for good explanations on how it works without math. Any help would be great!
I don't own either, but I clicked "surprise me" on Amazon. Both had pages of equations: partial derivatives in Huang.Demystifier said:Huang, Fundamental Forces of Nature
Schmitz, Particles Fields and Forces
You were just (un)lucky, the books have a rather small number of equations.Vanadium 50 said:I don't own either, but I clicked "surprise me" on Amazon. Both had pages of equations: partial derivatives in Huang.
But popularization is not pure entertainment, it teaches something. How would you call this thing that popularization of physics teaches?Vanadium 50 said:Your best option is a popularization, so long as you understand that the goal of a popularization is not to teach you any physics.
I am just starting to teach myself math. I don’t have money for school so I’m teaching myself. I just want to know the facts of QFT for now before I’m done teaching myself math. I understant that particles and waves and forces are due to underlying excitations of these fields and that’s about it.PeroK said:Whoever then has the effrontery to study physics while neglecting mathematics must know from the start that he will never make his entry through the portals of wisdom.
Roger Bacon (1214-84)
There are a number of Internet-based options now, such as Khan Academy and others that you may have to subscribe to, such as brilliant.org.BadgerBadger92 said:I am just starting to teach myself math. I don’t have money for school so I’m teaching myself. I just want to know the facts of QFT for now before I’m done teaching myself math. I understant that particles and waves and forces are due to underlying excitations of these fields and that’s about it.
Do you know any good self teaching math books?
Stewart's calculus was how I learned calculus. Pretty good book I'd say.haushofer said:If you're just starting to learn math, maybe Stewart's Calculus book suits you. You can also use it to elavate your computer screen or to barricade doors with.
Absolutely agreed. I was referring to the absolute minimum. You're correct that a sophisticated understanding of QFT requires lie algebra and representation theory, however a lot of introductory QFT texts do not require it as a prerequisite. If your goal is to read weinberg or more sophisticated treatments, yes it helps a lot of understand how lie algebras work, which is treated somewhat in graduate level QM texts. The rest usually for most students is picked up as you go while learning QFT. For example, peskin, srednicki, and even weinberg all include sections that summarize lie algebra or representation of the lorentz group. The first time I learned about dynkin index and casimirs was from a QFT textbook.vanhees71 said:Don't forget some group/Lie algebra representation theory!
Non Mathematical Quantum Field Theory is a branch of physics that studies the behavior of particles and fields at a subatomic level without using complex mathematical equations. It focuses on the conceptual understanding of quantum phenomena rather than mathematical calculations.
The main difference between Non Mathematical Quantum Field Theory and traditional Quantum Field Theory is the approach used to study subatomic particles and fields. While traditional Quantum Field Theory relies heavily on mathematical equations and calculations, Non Mathematical Quantum Field Theory focuses on conceptual understanding and intuitive explanations.
Studying Non Mathematical Quantum Field Theory can help scientists and students develop a deeper understanding of quantum phenomena and their implications. It can also provide a more intuitive and conceptual approach to understanding complex concepts in physics.
Yes, there are several recommended books for beginners in Non Mathematical Quantum Field Theory, such as "The Quantum World: Quantum Physics for Everyone" by Kenneth Ford and "Quantum Field Theory for the Gifted Amateur" by Tom Lancaster and Stephen J. Blundell.
Yes, Non Mathematical Quantum Field Theory can be applied in various real-world applications, such as quantum computing, quantum cryptography, and quantum information processing. It can also provide insights into the behavior of subatomic particles in particle accelerators and help in the development of new technologies.