Particle Physics (Manchester Physics Series) 4th Edition by Brian R. Martin (PDF)

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An accessible and carefully structured introduction to Particle Physics, including important coverage of the Higgs Boson and recent progress in neutrino physics.Fourth edition of this successful title in the Manchester Physics seriesIncludes information on recent key discoveries including: An account of the discovery of exotic hadrons, byond the simple quark model; Expanded treatments of neutrino physics and CP violation in B-decays; An updated account of ‘physics beyond the standard model’, including the interaction of particle physics with cosmologyAdditional problems in all chapters, with solutions to selected problems available on the book’s websiteAdvanced material appears in optional starred sections

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⭐I have been able to directly use lessons from this textbook to enhance my quantum mechanics class study. The book is clear and readable, while also providing detailed mathematics to explain the topics in depth. It has been excellent so far. I plan to use it for self study next semester, before I take formal classes in particle physics and quantum field theory.

⭐Great book – just a slow delivery since is was coming from the U.K. (Covid and winter delays I expect).Seller was very responsive once I contacted them. … but it too some 5 weeks after we ordered till we had it in hand. Just in time for exams.

⭐The ISBN 1118912160 (Particle Physics, 4th ed.) is an authoritative, well planned and written, stimulating textbook, competent for first degree university level, full of mathematical methods and models, introducing the complex and nuanced subject of the fundamental constituents of matter. Its suitability as a course book is enhanced by marking out the essential elements needed to form a coherent short course, by noting the more difficult items, and by the inclusion of a useful set of problems with hints towards their solution.The book starts from a brief description of basic concepts in Chapter 1. The standard model of particle physics is presented gradually, without heavy math, and thus easy for undergraduates. The basic properties of quarks and leptons are viewed through the interpretation of experimental data. Symmetry principles and Feynman diagrams are introduced early in the book and extensively used throughout. The Fourth Edition brings the book fully up to date by including an account of the discovery of exotic hadrons beyond the simple quark model, and by expanded treatments of neutrino physics and CP violation in B-decays. A final chapter is devoted to the continuing search for new physics beyond the standard model including the interaction of particle physics with cosmology.The book may serve as a reference thanks to the clear structure of short topics well identifiable by a simple graphic layout emphasized by black, white and blue. 8 sharp plates are well done in color. However, the types are pale, not distinctive, and somewhat tiring to read due to a poor typeface selection by the graphic designer or/and printing. Approx. 142 pages of the book are shown by the Amazon.com’s “LOOK INSIDE!” function. What cannot be seen is that the book is printed on good paper, though the flimsy soft cover, typical for the Wiley publications, is prone to creasing.

⭐I’ve read several other books in the Manchester Physics Series and I’ve been impressed by the balance they maintain between mathematical rigor and conceptual clarity. No book that eschews mathematics can ever be truly scientifically informative. Descriptive language can only take you so far before the need for a mathematical explanation for the way nature functions, and the need for providing a physical framework and mathematical rigor as proof for scientific assertions, becomes necessary. This series achieves the proper balance between qualitative discussion and quantitative analysis.Particle Physics offers up-to-date information on the state of the Standard Model, the latest discoveries concerning the Higgs Boson, Quarks, Symmetry, various physical interactions, Relativistic kinematics, Quantum Mechanics and Guage theories. The mathematics required for full comprehension is at least at the third year undergraduate physics level, especially the manipulation of matrices, vector analysis and multivariable analysis (what was once called advanced calculus). Although the descriptive parts of the book can be easily read and understood, it’s the mathematics that gives it its authority. If you’re searching for a book that provides the latest information on the state of particle physics, this is one of the better ones available.

⭐Love this book! I have a rather old degree in Physics and was looking to update my knowledge of the standard model. Most of the books I’ve found were at too low a level to actually explain the physics, not going beyond simple lists of particles and analogies. This volume only presumes an undergraduate level of physics and math, yet manages to elucidate the physics beautifully. I finally understand the W and Z bosons and the interaction in which they participate. Feynman diagrams are covered sufficiently well to explain their meaning absent the advanced math.Kudos!

⭐it’s been many years since I earned my degree. Since then most of the work I do is teaching basic science fundamentals that only touches on modern physics. However inspired by the movie Particle Fever I resolved to learn more about the Higgs boson. I appreciate the mathematical explanations and the clear writing. It is, of course, a suitable textbook, but is also good for self study for someone trying to fill a lacuna in his or her physics education

⭐My background: I completed a Physics degree way back in 1994, with a final year option in particle physics, and now teach science at secondary school level including some A-Level Physics.This is an undergraduate level (2nd or 3rd year) textbook on particle physics. To get the most out of it you’ll need to have be mathematically confident and familiar with first-year level wave mechanics and calculus.The book is well laid out and clearly explained with keywords italicised on introduction and explained. Heavy use is made of Feynman diagrams, which makes things easier to follow, and there are some colour plates which help liven things up. There are student problems at the end of each chapter, with answers given at the endMore advanced topics are helpfully marked with a star, with the recommendation that they can be omitted at first reading and used for reference.Overall I enjoyed an extended browse through this and bringing my knowledge of the subject more up to date.The chapters are:1 – Basic concepts2 – Leptons and the weak interaction3 – Quarks and hadrons4 – Experimental methods5 – Space-time symmetries6 – The quark model7 – QCD, jets and gluons8 – Quarks and partons9 – Weak interactions : quarks and leptons10 – Weak interactions: electroweak unification11 – Discrete symmetries: C, P, CP and CPT12 – Beyond the standard modelA – Relativistic kinematicsB – Amplitudes and cross-sectionsC – The isospin formalismD – Gauge TheoriesE – Answers to selected questionsAn included sheet of physical constants is included.

⭐I can see the audience for this being divided into two camps. Those who hate it and those who like it (I wouldn’t so far as to say love it). The problem / advantage of this text is that the mathematical consideration has been simplified. That means that it is accessible for those who want to avoid that but the topic is inherently mathematical. So it becomes a simple introduction for someone who is familiar with the language of physics but not so familiar that they want the maths. The upshot is a book that is excellent as far as it goes and falls short on the last step at which point you need to go somewhere else for the maths.

⭐I remember the Manchester Physics Series from my undergraduate days long since past. They’ve got pedigree. So this book represented a well founded opportunity to catch up on the current state of thinking. But don’t start here unless you are a physics undergraduate or a graduate refreshing your knowledge.It’s clearly written and well laid out.

⭐Got this for my nephew who will be starting a physics degree in September. He was thrilled for some high level reading before the course began. The content of this is certainly aimed at serious academics. Not one for a beginner looking for an overview of the topic. There’s lots of complex mathematics and physics, all with detailed explanations.

⭐This is described as an accessible introduction to particle physics but it is not a pop science book. To get anything out of it, you need a thorough grounding in physics and its concepts. You’re not going to get much out of this reading it on the bus.

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