Introductory Group Theory

and Its Application to Molecular Structure John R. Ferraro, Joseph S. Ziomek. INTRODUCTORY GROUP THEORY and Its Application to Molecular Structure |. R. Ferraro and J. S. Ziomek Introductory Group Theory and Its Application to Molecular ...

Author: John R. Ferraro

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

ISBN: 9781461548218

Category: Mathematics

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This volume is a consequence of a series of seminars presented by the authors at the Infrared Spectroscopy Institute, Canisius College, Buffalo, New York, over the last nine years. Many participants on an intermediate level lacked a sufficient background in mathematics and quantum mechan ics, and it became evident that a non mathematical or nearly nonmathe matical approach would be necessary. The lectures were designed to fill this need and proved very successful. As a result of the interest that was developed in this approach, it was decided to write this book. The text is intended for scientists and students with only limited theore tical background in spectroscopy, but who are sincerely interested in the interpretation of molecular spectra. The book develops the detailed selection rules for fundamentals, combinations, and overtones for molecules in several point groups. Detailed procedures used in carrying out the normal coordinate treatment for several molecules are also presented. Numerous examples from the literature illustrate the use of group theory in the in terpretation of molecular spectra and in the determination of molecular structure.
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Introduction to Symmetry and Group Theory for Chemists

1.1 Introduction Group theory is a branch of mathematics that describes the properties of an abstract model of phenomena that depend on symmetry. Despite its abstract tone, group theory provides practical techniques for making ...

Author: Arthur M. Lesk

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

ISBN: 9781402021503

Category: Science

Page: 127

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This book is based on a one-semester course for advanced undergraduates specializing in physical chemistry. I am aware that the mathematical training of most science majors is more heavily weighted towards analysis – typ- ally calculus and differential equations – than towards algebra. But it remains my conviction that the basic ideas and applications of group theory are not only vital, but not dif?cult to learn, even though a formal mathematical setting with emphasis on rigor and completeness is not the place where most chemists would feel most comfortable in learning them. The presentation here is short, and limited to those aspects of symmetry and group theory that are directly useful in interpreting molecular structure and spectroscopy. Nevertheless I hope that the reader will begin to sense some of the beauty of the subject. Symmetry is at the heart of our understanding of the physical laws of nature. If a reader is happy with what appears in this book, I must count this a success. But if the book motivates a reader to move deeper into the subject, I shall be grati?ed.
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Introduction to Group Theory

18 2 ) The group G is embedded in G * by the map g g . Ifw = got®1g1 ... ten gn , 2 ) n > 1 , and this expression does not contain ... The proof of the first statement is similar 82 Chapter 2. Introduction to combinatorial group theory.

Author: Oleg Vladimirovič Bogopolʹskij

Publisher: European Mathematical Society

ISBN: 3037190418

Category: Combinatorial group theory

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This book quickly introduces beginners to general group theory and then focuses on three main themes : finite group theory, including sporadic groups combinatorial and geometric group theory, including the Bass-Serre theory of groups acting on trees the theory of train tracks by Bestvina and Handel for automorphisms of free groups With its many examples, exercises, and full solutions to selected exercises, this text provides a gentle introduction that is ideal for self-study and an excellent preparation for applications. A distinguished feature of the presentation is that algebraic and geometric techniques are balanced. The beautiful theory of train tracks is illustrated by two nontrivial examples. Presupposing only a basic knowledge of algebra, the book is addressed to anyone interested in group theory: from advanced undergraduate and graduate students to specialists.
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Group Theory in Physics

PREFACE Group theory provides the natural mathematical language to formulate symmetry principles and to derive their consequences in Mathematics and in Physics. The “special functions” of mathematical physics, which pervade mathematical ...

Author: Wu-Ki Tung

Publisher: World Scientific Publishing Company

ISBN: 9789813104044

Category: Representations of groups

Page: 336

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An introductory text book for graduates and advanced undergraduates on group representation theory. It emphasizes group theory's role as the mathematical framework for describing symmetry properties of classical and quantum mechanical systems. Familiarity with basic group concepts and techniques is invaluable in the education of a modern-day physicist. This book emphasizes general features and methods which demonstrate the power of the group-theoretical approach in exposing the systematics of physical systems with associated symmetry. Particular attention is given to pedagogy. In developing the theory, clarity in presenting the main ideas and consequences is given the same priority as comprehensiveness and strict rigor. To preserve the integrity of the mathematics, enough technical information is included in the appendices to make the book almost self-contained. A set of problems and solutions has been published in a separate booklet. Request Inspection Copy
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A Gentle Introduction to Group Theory

The book is intended to serve as an introductory course in group theory geared towards second-year university students.

Author: Bana Al Subaiei

Publisher: Springer

ISBN: 9819901464

Category: Mathematics

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The book is intended to serve as an introductory course in group theory geared towards second-year university students. It aims to provide them with the background needed to pursue more advanced courses in algebra and to provide a rich source of examples and exercises. Studying group theory began in the late eighteenth century and is still gaining importance due to its applications in physics, chemistry, geometry, and many fields in mathematics. The text is broadly divided into three parts. The first part establishes the prerequisite knowledge required to study group theory. This includes topics in set theory, geometry, and number theory. Each of the chapters ends with solved and unsolved exercises relating to the topic. By doing this, the authors hope to fill the gaps between all the branches in mathematics that are linked to group theory. The second part is the core of the book which discusses topics on semigroups, groups, symmetric groups, subgroups, homomorphisms, isomorphism, and Abelian groups. The last part of the book introduces SAGE, a mathematical software that is used to solve group theory problems. Here, most of the important commands in SAGE are explained, and many examples and exercises are provided.
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Molecular Symmetry and Group Theory

Soc., Japan, 9 (1954) 753–766. a, b [3] D. S. Schonland, “Molecular Symmetry, an Introduction to Group Theory and its Uses in Chemistry”, Van Nostrand Reinhold Company Ltd., New York (1965). → [4] B. E. Douglas and C. A. Hollingsworth, ...

Author: R. C. Maurya

Publisher: Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG

ISBN: 9783110635126

Category: Science

Page: 478

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The mathematical fundamentals of molecular symmetry and group theory are comprehensibly described in this book. Applications are given in context of electronic and vibrational spectroscopy as well as chemical reactions following orbital symmetry rules. Exercises and examples compile and deepen the content in a lucid manner.
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Introductory Group Theory and Its Application to Molecular Structure

The success of the first edition of this book has encouraged us to revise and update it.

Author: John Ferraro

Publisher: Springer

ISBN: 1468487973

Category: Mathematics

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The success of the first edition of this book has encouraged us to revise and update it. In the second edition we have attempted to further clarify por tions of the text in reference to point symmetry, keeping certain sections and removing others. The ever-expanding interest in solids necessitates some discussion on space symmetry. In this edition we have expanded the discus sion on point symmetry to include space symmetry. The selection rules in clude space group selection rules (for k = 0). Numerous examples are pro vided to acquaint the reader with the procedure necessary to accomplish this. Recent examples from the literature are given to illustrate the use of group theory in the interpretation of molecular spectra and in the determination of molecular structure. The text is intended for scientists and students with only a limited theoretical background in spectroscopy. For this reason we have presented detailed procedures for carrying out the selection rules and normal coor dinate treatment of molecules. We have chosen to exclude discussion on symmetry aspects of molecular orbital theory and ligand field theory. It has been our approach to highlight vibrational data only, primarily to keep the size and cost of the book to a reasonable limit.
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Group Theory in Quantum Mechanics

An Introduction to Its Present Usage Volker Heine. Schrodinger equation. The elements of group theory are given in very condensed form in one chapter near the middle of the book, very much from the point of view of getting some useful ...

Author: Volker Heine

Publisher: Courier Corporation

ISBN: 9780486458786

Category: Science

Page: 482

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Geared toward research students in physics and chemistry, this text introduces the three main uses of group theory in quantum mechanics: (1) to label energy levels and the corresponding eigenstates; (2) to discuss qualitatively the splitting of energy levels, starting from an approximate Hamiltonian and adding correction terms; and (3) to aid in the evaluation of matrix elements of all kinds. "The theme," states author Volker Heine, "is to show how all this is achieved by considering the symmetry properties of the Hamiltonian and the way in which these symmetries are reflected in the wave functions." Early chapters cover symmetry transformations, the quantum theory of a free atom, and the representations of finite groups. Subsequent chapters address the structure and vibrations of molecules, solid state physics, nuclear physics, and relativistic quantum mechanics. A previous course in quantum theory is necessary, but the relevant matrix algebra appears in an appendix. A series of examples of varying levels of difficulty follows each chapter. They include simple drills related to preceding material as well as extensions of theory and further applications. The text is enhanced with 46 illustrations and 12 helpful appendixes.
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An Introduction to Semigroup Theory

This example shows that Theorem 2.14 cannot generalize to regular, or even to orthodox semigroups. 5. (Kimura 1957). Let U = {u, v, w, 0} be a four-element null semigroup. LetS = U u {a}, with au = ua = v and all other products equal to ...

Author: John Mackintosh Howie

Publisher:

ISBN: UOM:39015014357431

Category: Semi-groupes

Page: 292

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Chemical Group Theory

C.L. Liu , " Introduction to Combinatorial Mathematics , " McGraw Hill , Inc. 1968 , 5. D.E. Littlewood , " The Theory of Group Characters & Matrix Representations of Groups , " Oxford at the Clarendon Press , 1950 . 6.

Author: Danail Bonchev

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

ISBN: 2884490345

Category: Science

Page: 268

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In modern times, group-theoretical principles have been exploited in the study of atomic and molecular systems, electronic and vibrational spectra of all kinds, a wide variety of thermodynamic systems, chemical reactions, the enumeration of a host of differing chemical species, and the chemical combinatorial problems of many kinds. Chapter 1 of this volume sets out by addressing the meaning of the term 'group representation.' It explores the various theoretical frameworks that have evolved for the application of group theory in the physical sciences. Specific applications of combinatorial techniques, derived from or built around the Enumeration Theorem of Polya in the study of spectroscopy is the theme adopted in chapter 2. In chapter 3 the spotlight falls on methods that may be used to obtain the eigenvalue spectra of a wide variety of chemically significant molecular graphs, while the problem of treatment of molecular species that do not have a rigid molecular skeleton is addressed in chap
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