Mathematics for Quantum Chemistry

Mathematics for Quantum Chemistry by Jay Martin Anderson is a concise volume published by Courier Corporation on February 11, 2005. This book is designed for undergraduate students of chemistry, providing an introduction to the mathematical formalism essential for understanding molecular structure and motion. It focuses on two main mathematical topics—calculus of orthogonal functions and algebra of vector spaces—and two physics topics, namely the Lagrangian and Hamiltonian formulations of classical mechanics, emphasizing their relevance to modern quantum chemistry.

Readers will find that this book develops a foundational understanding necessary for exploring quantum mechanics and its applications to molecular spectroscopy. It assumes prior knowledge of calculus, physics, and chemistry, specifically a year of physical chemistry. With 154 pages, this edition serves as a resource for those looking to deepen their comprehension of the mathematical principles that underpin quantum chemistry and molecular motion.