Nuclear An "Introduction to Nuclear Physics" book

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The discussion centers on recommended textbooks for "Introduction to Nuclear Physics," highlighting several key titles. The book by Krane is acknowledged as a good starting point, while "Fraunfelder and Henley" is noted for its depth, suitable for advanced undergraduates and graduate students. Emilio Segre's book is mentioned but is likely out of print. The third edition of "Fraunfelder and Henley" is referenced, along with "Particles and Nuclei" by B. Povh et al., published by Springer in 2014, as a contemporary option.

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  • Understanding of basic nuclear physics concepts
  • Familiarity with advanced undergraduate physics curriculum
  • Mathematical background suitable for physics applications
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  • Research "Fraunfelder and Henley" 3rd edition for advanced nuclear physics insights
  • Explore "Particles and Nuclei" by B. Povh et al. for modern developments in nuclear physics
  • Investigate the availability of Emilio Segre's nuclear physics book
  • Review Griffiths' style of teaching physics for comparative analysis
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Hi, I am wondering what's the best (or one of the best) available books on Introduction to Nuclear Physics. I started reading Krane's, which is a good book. However I am looking for more options.

I am most interested in books which give a deep insight into physics concepts without lacking of mathematical background (kind of Griffiths style). Griffiths has a book on elementary particles but my teacher said I better look for another book about just nuclear physics.

Thanks
 
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Fraunfelder and Henley seems to be a good book. It goes deeper than Krane. F and H is advanced undergrad and grad textbook.
Emilio Segre also had a good book on nuclear physics but this is probably out of print.
 
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mpresic3 said:
Fraunfelder and Henley

The 3rd edition is Henley and Garcia. Or did you mean an older one? I have the 1st edition; I find it quite dated.
 
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I have the 45 year old edition, so it is probably too old to recommend. I have not taken nuclear physics for 30+ years and do not work in the field.
I just thought it was well written when I looked at it recently. The OP will likely need a more recent text. I do not know the Henley and Garcia text updated version.
We do still use Jackson, and Goldstein and these are even older. However, nuclear physics has probably changed to a greater degree than classical mechanics and classical electrodynamics.
 
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How about

B. Povh et al, Particles and Nuclei, Springer (2014)
 
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i am self learning physics. have you ever worked your way backwards again after finishing most undergrad courses? i have textbooks for junior/senior physics courses in classical mechanics, electrodynamics, thermal physics, quantum mechanics, and mathematical methods for self learning. i have the Halliday Resnick sophomore book. working backwards, i checked out Conceptual Physics 11th edition by Hewitt and found this book very helpful. What i liked most was how stimulating the pictures...

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