Looking for resources to learn bra-ket notation

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around finding resources to learn bra-ket notation, a key concept in quantum physics. Participants seek recommendations for books or articles that effectively utilize this notation, particularly in practical contexts.

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  • Exploratory, Technical explanation

Main Points Raised

  • One participant mentions owning two books on quantum physics that emphasize bra-ket notation but later shift to practical examples without further discussion of the notation.
  • Another participant suggests Sakurai's original book, noting that it starts with bra-kets and continues to use them throughout the text.
  • A third participant recommends "Quantum Mechanics: Concepts and Applications" by Nouredine Zettili, highlighting its use of solved examples to introduce bra-ket notation.
  • Another suggestion is "The Principles of Quantum Mechanics" by Paul Dirac, with emphasis on Dirac's clarity in explaining the concept, despite not explicitly labeling the product as a 'bracket.'

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the importance of bra-ket notation in quantum mechanics and provide various recommendations, but there is no consensus on a single best resource.

Contextual Notes

Some recommendations depend on personal preferences for clarity and examples, and the effectiveness of each resource may vary based on the reader's background.

Who May Find This Useful

Readers interested in quantum mechanics, particularly those looking to deepen their understanding of bra-ket notation through various educational resources.

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hello

I own two books of quantum physics
In the first part the authors emphasize the bra-ket notation, explaining how important and useful it is
in the second part, they go to pratical examples
no mention of brackets , they just use the Schrödinger's equation....
may you suggest a book or an scientific article which makes an actual use of such notation ?
 
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Have you tried Sakurai's original book? Starts with bra-kets and keeps going with them throughout.
 
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Quantum Mechanics: Concepts and Applications​

by Nouredine Zettili

is also a good book to start Braket notation with solved examples.
 
I could suggest you look at 'The Principles of Quantum Mechanics' by Paul Dirac if you can borrow a copy. He invented these vectors, and his explanation is still one of the best. He doesn't say explicitly that the product is a 'bracket' but otherwise he is clarity itself.
 
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