Irreversible Quantum Dynamics (Lecture Notes in Physics)
Contributors: Fabio Benatti (Editor); Roberto Floreanini (Editor)
Edition: 1 edition
Publisher: Springer
Published: September 17, 2003
Language: eng
Format: Hardcover
Number of pages: 373
ISBN-13: 9783540402237
Subjects: Quantum physics (quantum mechanics); Science/Mathematics; Physics; Science; Symmetry (Physics); Space and time; Quantum Theory; Science / Quantum Theory; Irreversible processes; Congresses
First sentence: The second law of thermodynamics reveals an essential irreversibility in the macroscopic behaviour of large conservative systems, notwithstanding the fact that their underlying microscopic dynamics is both reversible and quasi-periodic.
Description: This set of tutorial reviews is dedicated to all aspects of irreversibility and time asymmetry in quantum mechanics. The main themes addressed are: - theoretical aspects of quantum irreversible dynamics - open quantum systems and applications - foundational aspects of irreversible quantum dynamics - asymmetric time evolution and resonances This volume will benefit graduate students and researchers looking for a readable account of the current status of the field. It is also suited for lecturers looking for advanced material for their courses and seminars.