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The Quantum Universe is the first popular book to give a non-mathematical pictorial account of quantum physics, the foundation of our current understanding of nature. For so long the province of mathematicians and physicists alone, the beauty and significance of quantum mechanics has remained hidden to the nonspecialist. Yet its impact on technology has been enormous. The modern electronics industry with the silicon chip that has revolutionised so many aspects of modern life owes its existence to an understanding of the quantum nature of semiconductors. The text explains exactly what quantum mechanics is in a simple nonmathematical way, and is complemented throughout by many superb colour and black-and-white photographs illustrating the varied facets of quantum phenomena. The Quantum Universe will provide a fascinating and accessible introduction to one of the most important scientific disciplines of the twentieth century. Final-year students at school, general readers with an interest in science, and undergraduates in science subjects will all be able to enjoy and benefit from this novel exposition.
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vii 180p paperback, illustrated grey cover, brown lettering to front and spine, many images and illustrations, a very good clean copy
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'The Quantum Universe has a quotation from me in every chapter - but it's a damn good book anyway.' Richard P. Feynman
'A lively, informative read, beautifully illustrated, about the most powerful scientific theory known to mankind.' P. G. W Davies
' ... a pleasure to both the mind and eye.' Science
'This book will amaze, baffle and delight ...' Nature
'If you want a 'way in' to the most successful and wide-ranging theory devised by human ingenuity, read The Quantum Universe.' New Scientist
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- PublisherCambridge University Press
- Publication date1987
- ISBN 10 0521318459
- ISBN 13 9780521318457
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages190
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