Physics in Minutes

Author:   Giles Sparrow
Publisher:   Quercus Publishing
ISBN:  

9781782066484


Pages:   416
Publication Date:   30 January 2014
Format:   Paperback
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Physics in Minutes covers everything you need to know about physics, condensed into 200 key topics. Each idea is explained in clear, accessible language, building from the basics, such as mechanics, waves and particles, to more complex topics, including neutrinos, string theory and dark matter. Based on scientific research proving that the brain best absorbs information visually, illustrations accompany the text to aid quick comprehension and easy recollection. This convenient and compact reference book is ideal for anyone interested in how our world works. Chapters include: Newton's Laws of Motion, Schrodinger's cat, Magnetism, Superconductivity, Fission and fusion, Higgs Boson, Entropy, Dark matter.

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Author:   Giles Sparrow
Publisher:   Quercus Publishing
Imprint:   Quercus Publishing
Dimensions:   Width: 12.80cm , Height: 2.80cm , Length: 12.60cm
Weight:   0.360kg
ISBN:  

9781782066484


ISBN 10:   1782066489
Pages:   416
Publication Date:   30 January 2014
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In stock   Availability explained
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Table of Contents

Introduction. Classical mechanics. Waves. Thermodynamics. Electromagnetism. Matter. Electricity. Nuclear physics. Quantum physics. Particle physics. Relativity and cosmology. Glossary. Index. Acknowledgements.

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Author Website:   http://www.facebook.com/pages/Giles-Sparrow/151083374962959

Giles Sparrow studied Astronomy at University College London, and works as an editor specializing in popular science. He is the author of - amongst other books - The Universe and How To See It, The Stargazer's Handbook and Hubble: Window on the Universe and was a major contributor to Dorling Kindersley's Universe.

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Author Website:   http://www.facebook.com/pages/Giles-Sparrow/151083374962959

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