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SPRINGER Anomalous Magnetic Moment Of The Muon by JEGERLEHNER
This book reviews the present state of knowledge of the anomalous magnetic moment a=(g-2)/2 of the muon. The muon anomalous magnetic moment is one of the most precisely measured quantities in elementary particle physics and provides one of the most stringent tests of relativistic quantum field theory as a fundamental theoretical framework. It allows for an extremely precise check of the standard model of elementary particles and of its limitations. Basic Concepts, Introduction to QED, g - 2 in a Nutshell, General Properties and Tools.- Quantum Field Theory and Quantum Electrodynamics.- Lepton Magnetic Moments: Basics.- A Detailed Account of the Theory, Outline of Concepts of the Experiment, Status and Perspectives.- Electromagnetic and Weak Radiative Corrections.- Hadronic Effects.- The g - 2 Experiments.- Comparison Between Theory and Experiment and Future Perspectives.