Topological Quantum Numbers in Nonrelativistic Physics

Topological Quantum Numbers in Nonrelativistic Physics
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Publisher : World Scientific
Total Pages : 440
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ISBN-10 : 9789810229009
ISBN-13 : 9810229003
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Book Synopsis Topological Quantum Numbers in Nonrelativistic Physics by : D. J. Thouless

Download or read book Topological Quantum Numbers in Nonrelativistic Physics written by D. J. Thouless and published by World Scientific. This book was released on 1998 with total page 440 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Topological quantum numbers are distinguished from quantum numbers based on symmetry because they are insensitive to the imperfections of the systems in which they are observed. They have become very important in precision measurements in recent years, and provide the best measurements of voltage and electrical resistance. This book describes the theory of such quantum numbers, starting with Dirac's argument for the quantization of electric charge, and continuing with discussions on the helium superfluids, flux quantization and the Josephson effect in superconductors, the quantum Hall effect, solids and liquid crystals, and topological phase transitions. The accompanying reprints include some of the classic experimental and theoretical papers in this area.Physicists ? both experimental and theoretical ? who are interested in the topic will find this book an invaluable reference.


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