An introduction to the linear representations of finite groups

R. Ballou

Institut Néel, CNRS / UJF, 25 rue des Martyrs, BP. 166, 38042 Grenoble Cedex 9, France

Published online: 02 March 2012

Abstract

A few elements of the formalism of finite group representations are recalled. As to avoid a too mathematically oriented approach the discussed items are limited to the most essential aspects of the linear and matrix representations of standard use in chemistry and physics.