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OverviewTHE QUANTUM WORLD FROM A TO Z Here in one volume, the award-winning science writer and physicist John Gribbin has provided everything you need to know about the quantum world -- the place where most of the greatest scientific advances of the twentieth century have been made. This exceptional A to Z reference begins with a thorough introduction setting out the current state of knowledge in particle physics. Throughout, Gribbin includes articles on the structure of particles and their interactions, accounts of the theoretical breakthroughs in quantum mechanics and their practical applications, and entertaining biographies of the scientists who have blazed the trail of discovery. In a special section, ""Timelines,"" key dates in our quest to understand the quantum world are mapped out alongside landmarks in world history and the history of science. An encyclopedia of the fundamental science of the future, Q is for Quantum is an essential companion for anyone interested in particle physics. Full Product DetailsAuthor: John GribbinPublisher: Simon & Schuster Imprint: Touchstone Dimensions: Width: 17.80cm , Height: 2.80cm , Length: 25.40cm Weight: 0.947kg ISBN: 9780684863153ISBN 10: 0684863154 Pages: 552 Publication Date: 22 February 2000 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Out of print, replaced by POD  We will order this item for you from a manufatured on demand supplier. Table of ContentsReviewsNatural History Astronomer Gribbin presents an overview of a hundred years of particle physics through a handy, accessible A-Z dictionary of definitions and identifications. Natural History Astronomer Gribbin presents an overview of a hundred years of particle physics through a handy, accessible A-Z dictionary of definitions and identifications. Science News An exhaustive timeline at the book's end charts progress over the past one hundred years in both a scientific and historical context. Science News An exhaustive timeline at the book's end charts progress over the past one hundred years in both a scientific and historical context. Natural History Astronomer Gribbin presents an overview of a hundred years of particle physics through a handy, accessible A-Z dictionary of definitions and identifications. Author InformationJOHN GRIBBIN trained as an astrophysicist at Cambridge University before becoming a full-time science writer. He is now a Visiting Fellow in Astronomy at the University of Sussex. His other books include the bestselling In Search of Schrödinger's Cat and In Search of the Big Bang. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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