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Authors: David Griffiths · Publisher: Wiley-VCH · Language: English
ISBNs: ISBN-10: 3527406018 · ISBN-13: 978-3527834631
Overview
Introduction to Elementary Particles, 2nd Edition by David Griffiths provides a clear and comprehensive introduction to the fundamental particles and interactions that form the basis of modern physics. This updated edition presents a balanced combination of theoretical depth and conceptual clarity, making it one of the most respected and accessible textbooks on particle physics for advanced undergraduates and beginning graduate students.
What You’ll Learn
Fundamental concepts of quantum field theory and particle physics
Classification and properties of elementary particles
The Standard Model of particle physics and its experimental foundations
Symmetries, conservation laws, and gauge theories
Feynman diagrams and particle interactions
Overview of current research directions and unanswered questions in high-energy physics
Why This Book Matters
Griffiths’ Introduction to Elementary Particles stands as a cornerstone in the study of high-energy and particle physics. It bridges the gap between advanced undergraduate quantum mechanics and more specialized graduate-level particle theory. The text’s engaging explanations, worked examples, and intuitive approach make complex ideas accessible without oversimplifying the physics.
Who Should Read This Book
Advanced undergraduate and graduate students studying physics
Researchers and professionals seeking a refresher in particle physics fundamentals
Instructors looking for a reliable and well-structured teaching resource in high-energy physics
Key Topics Covered
Fundamental forces and particle classifications
Relativistic kinematics and scattering theory
Quantum electrodynamics (QED) basics
The Standard Model and Higgs mechanism
Neutrino physics and weak interactions
Beyond the Standard Model: supersymmetry and dark matter concepts
Conclusion
Introduction to Elementary Particles, 2nd Edition remains one of the most accessible and insightful guides to the world of subatomic physics. Combining rigor with readability, it equips readers with the conceptual and analytical tools necessary to understand the fundamental structure of matter and the universe.
