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Has anybody read/use both these books? Which one is "better"?
Thanks.
Thanks.
Goldbeetle said:The thing I find confusing is the treatment of the continuous spectrum. Am I right if I say that all these books try to give you some intuition to justify the mathematical tools they use (rules of computation using the dirac function etc). Is there any book that does this in a more rigorous way (functional analysis?)?
Shankar and Cohen-Tannoudji are two different textbooks that cover the topic of Quantum Mechanics. While both textbooks cover the same fundamental concepts, they differ in their approach and presentation of the material. Shankar's approach is more mathematical and rigorous, while Cohen-Tannoudji's approach is more conceptual and intuitive. Therefore, the main difference between the two textbooks is the level of mathematical rigor and the style of presentation.
Both Shankar and Cohen-Tannoudji are considered to be excellent textbooks for beginners in Quantum Mechanics. However, Cohen-Tannoudji's approach may be more suitable for those who are new to the subject, as it is more intuitive and provides a good foundation for understanding the mathematical concepts in Shankar's approach.
Yes, both Shankar and Cohen-Tannoudji cover the same fundamental topics in Quantum Mechanics such as wave-particle duality, the Schrödinger equation, quantum states and operators, and the measurement problem. However, as mentioned before, they may differ in their level of mathematical rigor and style of presentation.
For advanced studies in Quantum Mechanics, Shankar's approach may be more suitable as it provides a more mathematical and rigorous treatment of the subject. However, it is always recommended to refer to multiple textbooks and resources for a comprehensive understanding of the topic.
Yes, both textbooks can be used as references for research in Quantum Mechanics. They provide a solid foundation and cover the essential concepts in the field. However, it is always recommended to refer to recent research articles and other advanced textbooks for more specialized topics.