Semi-Simple Lie Algebras and Their Representations

by Robert N. Cahn

Book Overview

Designed to acquaint students of particle physics already familiar with SU(2) and SU(3) with techniques applicable to all simple Lie algebras, this text is especially suited to the study of grand unification theories. Subjects include simple roots and the Cartan matrix, the classical and exceptional Lie algebras, the Weyl group, and more. 1984 edition.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0486449998
• ISBN13: 9780486449999
• Release Date: March 2006
• Publisher: Dover Publications
• Length: 174 Pages
• Weight: 0.71 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.6" x 9.4"