Physical Chemistry: a Molecular Approach, McQuarrie

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The discussion centers around seeking clarity and support for understanding Quantum Mechanics (QM) for beginners. A participant expresses frustration with a course they previously dropped due to difficulty in grasping the material. They are looking for recommendations for supplementary texts to aid their understanding. Another participant suggests "Introduction to Quantum Mechanics" by A.C. Philips and mentions that the Quantum Mechanics chapter in Atkins is also helpful. The focus is on finding resources that can provide better clarity for those new to QM.
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Opinions on this one? Specifically for the QM uninitiated. If you have other recommendations for better clarity, please comment.

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amb, what is your objective ?
 
Gokul43201 said:
amb, what is your objective ?

To not run screaming from this course again next semester.

I dropped it this semester because I just was not catching on. Suppose I was hoping to hear that a good complimentary text to this would be _ Insert name here _ .

thanks.
Angela
 
The book I am using is "Introduction to Quantum Mechanics" by A.C Philips. The Quantum Mechanics chapter in Atkins is pretty useful as well.
 

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