Ken Krovchuck thinks this is interesting: Show the vectors are linearly independent. From Chapter 5: The Mathematical Structure of Quantum Mechanics I from Quantum Mechanics Demystified, 2nd Edition by David McMahon Publisher: McGraw-Hill Released: April 2013 Note watch out for typo. |b> should be (0,-1,0) Share this highlight http://www.safaribooksonline.com/a/quantum-mechanics-demystified/13541397/ Twitter Facebook Google Plus Email Get Instant Access Now Start a Free Trial Have an account? Sign in. Minimise Unlock the rest of Quantum Mechanics Demystified, 2nd Edition and 30,000 other books and videos By clicking this box, you confirm that you have read and agree to the terms and conditions of our Membership Agreement, and you understand that when your trial period ends, you will be required to provide billing information if you wish to continue using the service. Unlock the rest of this book Start a Free 10-Day Trial loading Learn about Safari for Business Have an account? Sign in.