Quantum Mechanics Primer

This lecture by the instructor provides a primer on quantum mechanics, covering topics such as wave-particle duality, Dirac notation, state space, observables, Hermitian operators, and the Born interpretation of the wavefunction. It delves into the consequences of Hermiticity, quantization, atomic and molecular orbitals, and the Valence Bond Theory. The lecture also explores the Born-Oppenheimer approximation, hybridization, and molecular orbital theory, shedding light on the covalent bond, molecular orbitals, and the complementarity of Valence Bond and Molecular Orbital theories.