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A01=L.I Ponomarev
Alpha Decay
Alpha Particles
Artificial Radioactivity
atomic structure theory
Atomic Weight
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Beta Decay
Beta Rays
Bohr's Postulates
Bohr’s Postulates
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Cubic Centimetre
De Broglie's Idea
De Broglie’s Idea
Einstein's Formula
Einstein’s Formula
electron diffraction experiment
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Fermi
Fermi's Experiments
Fermi’s Experiments
Fine Day
Magnetic Quantum Number
Matter Waves
nuclear fission process
Quantum Mechanics
quantum mechanics history and impact
Quantum Object
quantum uncertainty principle
Radioactive Decay
scientific method philosophy
Sea Water
Slow Neutrons
Tonnes
Transuranic Element
Uranium Isotopes
Uranium Nucleus
wave mechanics applications
Wave Particle Duality
Product details
- ISBN 9780750302517
- Weight: 748g
- Dimensions: 203 x 254mm
- Publication Date: 01 Jan 1993
- Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Publication City/Country: GB
- Product Form: Hardback
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"Real black magic calculus" is how Albert Einstein described quantum mechanics in a letter in 1925. Quantum mechanics is now rather more widely understood by physicists, but still many "outsiders" are unaware of what quantum mechanics is, how it has changed the course of development of physics and how it affects their everyday lives. This book gives a fascinating account of the evolution of the ideas and concepts of quantum theory and modern physics, written by an "insider" but aimed specifically at the general science reader. Many anecdotes from famous past physicists give an insight into their work and personalities. The many illustrations are an important and attractive feature of the book.
Leonid Ponomarev is a leading theoretical physicist. His deep understanding of the subject is allied with his wide knowledge of history, literature and philosophy to produce this history of the development of modern physics and its impact on our lives.
L.I Ponomarev (Atomic Energy Inst, Russian Sci Center, Moscow, Russia) (Author) , I.V Kurchatov (Atomic Energy Inst, Russian Sci Center, Moscow, Russia) (Author)
