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The Seven Measures of the World

English

By (author): Piero Martin

Translated by: Gregory Conti

The fascinating stories behind the essential seven units of measurement that allow us to understand the physical world
 
Entertaining popular science and a literate tale of why things are as they are.Kirkus Reviews
 
From the beginning of history, measurement has been interwoven into the human experience, shaping our understanding of nature, personal relationships, and the supernatural. We measure the world to know our past, comprehend the present, and plan the future.
 
Renowned physicist Piero Martin explores how scientific knowledge is built around seven key pillars of measurement: the meter for length; the second for time; the kilogram for mass; the kelvin for temperature; the ampere for electricity; the mole for quantity of substance; and the candela for luminous intensity. Martin examines the history and function of these units and illustrates their applications in rich vignettes on a range of topicsfrom quarks to black holes, from a glass of wine to space exploration. He delves into not only the all-important numbers but also anecdotes that underline each units special quality. At the same time, he explains how each unit contributes to important aspects of science, from classical physics to quantum mechanics, from relativity to chemistry, from cosmology to elementary particle physics, and from medicine to modern technology. Martin eloquently shows how the entire universe can be measured and understood using just seven units. See more
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Product Details
  • Dimensions: 140 x 216mm
  • Publication Date: 22 Aug 2023
  • Publisher: Yale University Press
  • Publication City/Country: United States
  • Language: English
  • ISBN13: 9780300266276

About Piero Martin

Piero Martin is professor of experimental physics at the University of Padua and a science writer. He carries out research on thermonuclear fusion and is chief physicist of the international DTT fusion experiment. He lives in Venice Italy. Gregory Conti has translated over twenty-five books of fiction nonfiction and poetry. He lives in Perugia Italy.

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