Spontaneous Symmetry Breaking

Name: Spontaneous Symmetry Breaking
Brand: Cambridge University Press
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By: Aron J. Beekman, Louk Rademaker, Jasper van Wezel

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Hardcover | 31 August 2026

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Spontaneous symmetry breaking lies at the heart of modern physics, shaping our understanding of matter, forces, and even the universe itself. From condensed matter physics to particle physics and cosmology, spontaneous symmetry breaking unifies phenomena that at first seem worlds apart. This graduate-level text offers a comprehensive yet accessible guide to the conceptual theory and practical consequences of spontaneous symmetry breaking. It introduces topics ranging from Noether's theorem, thermodynamic limits, and gauge freedoms to Nambuâ"Goldstone modes, topological defects, effective field theory, the Merminâ"Wagnerâ"Hohenbergâ"Coleman theorem, and the Andersonâ"Higgs mechanism within the Standard Model. Packed with exercises, with solutions available online, in-depth projects, and a myth-busting FAQ section addressing common pitfalls, this book equips readers to master both the fundamentals and modern frontiers of spontaneous symmetry breaking, making it an indispensable resource for students, teachers, and researchers.

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