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Turning Points In Physics

Turning Points In Physics

Blin-Stoyle, R. J.
Haar, D. Ter
Mendelssohn, K.

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Fiction AnthologiesPhysics

ISBN10: 1163700371
ISBN13: 9781163700372
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 200
Weight: 0.60
Height: 0.42 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Turning Points in Physics by R.J. Blin-Stoyle is a comprehensive book that explores the most significant discoveries in the field of physics. The book traces the evolution of physics from its earliest beginnings to the present day, highlighting the key turning points that have shaped our understanding of the universe. The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a specific era or topic in physics. The first section covers the ancient Greek philosophers and their ideas about the nature of matter and the universe. The second section discusses the scientific revolution of the 17th century and the contributions of Galileo, Newton, and other prominent scientists of the time. The third section focuses on the 19th century, a period of great discovery in physics, including the development of electromagnetism, thermodynamics, and the theory of relativity. The fourth section covers the 20th century, which saw the birth of quantum mechanics, the discovery of the atomic nucleus, and the development of the Standard Model of particle physics.Throughout the book, the author provides detailed explanations of the scientific concepts and theories, making them accessible to readers with little background in physics. The book also includes biographical sketches of the scientists who made the key discoveries, giving readers a sense of the human stories behind the science.Overall, Turning Points in Physics is an engaging and informative book that provides a comprehensive overview of the major developments in physics over the centuries. It is an excellent resource for students, educators, and anyone interested in the history of science.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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