The main source books for quantum mechanics?

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The primary textbooks for Quantum Mechanics (QM) courses are Griffiths' "Introduction to Quantum Mechanics" and Ramamurti Shankar's "Principles of Quantum Mechanics." These texts are frequently recommended by professors for their clarity and comprehensive coverage of fundamental concepts. Additional resources include various other QM books that have been discussed extensively in this forum, highlighting the importance of selecting the right material for effective learning.

PREREQUISITES
  • Familiarity with basic quantum mechanics concepts
  • Understanding of mathematical methods in physics
  • Knowledge of wave-particle duality
  • Basic principles of linear algebra
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  • Explore Griffiths' "Introduction to Quantum Mechanics" for foundational knowledge
  • Study Ramamurti Shankar's "Principles of Quantum Mechanics" for advanced insights
  • Research additional recommended QM textbooks mentioned in the forum
  • Investigate online resources and forums for supplementary learning materials
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Students and educators in physics, particularly those enrolled in or teaching Quantum Mechanics courses, will benefit from this discussion. It provides essential resources for mastering the subject and enhancing teaching methodologies.

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I would like to know which books are the main sources for the Quantum mechanics 1/2 courses, and the professors use them most during their courses?
Thanks for you reply in advance.
 
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The most used book in QM is Griffiths' book on QM.

Another good book is Ramamurti Shankar's Principle of Quantum mechanics.

If you do a search in this forum, you will find a large number of threads related to books in QM. You might want to do that, as this topic has been covered several times.
 
 
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