UID:
almahu_9948233621002882
Format:
1 online resource (x, 191 pages) :
,
digital, PDF file(s).
ISBN:
9780511529351 (ebook)
Series Statement:
Cambridge monographs on particle physics, nuclear physics, and cosmology ; 10
Content:
Understanding the physics of heavy quarks gives physicists the unique opportunity to test the predictions of Quantum Chromodynamics and the Standard Model. First published in 2000, this introductory text on this exciting area of high-energy physics begins with a review of the standard model, followed by the basics of heavy quark spin-flavor symmetry and how it can be applied to the classification of states, decays and fragmentation. Heavy quark effective theory is then developed and applied to the study of hadron masses, form factors, and inclusive decay rates. The authors also discuss the application of chiral perturbation theory to heavy hadrons. Written by two world leading experts, the presentation is clear and original, with problems provided at the end of each chapter. This lucid volume provides graduate students with an ideal introduction to the physics of heavy quarks, and more experienced researchers with an authoritative reference to the subject.
Note:
Title from publisher's bibliographic system (viewed on 05 Oct 2015).
,
Review --
,
Heavy quarks --
,
Radiative corrections --
,
Nonperturbative corrections --
,
Chiral perturbation theory --
,
Inclusive weak decay.
Additional Edition:
Print version: ISBN 9780521642415
Language:
English
URL:
https://doi.org/10.1017/CBO9780511529351
Bookmarklink
