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Q Is for Quantum: An Encyclopedia of Particle Physics Paperback - 2000

by John R. Gribbin

In the ultimate guide to the ultimate mystery--the quantum world--an award-winning scientist and a master of popular science writing explains recent breakthroughs and the wondrous possibilities that lie in the future. Illustrations throughout.


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THE QUANTUM WORLD FROM A TO Z Here in one volume, the award-winning science writer and physicist John Gribbin has provided everything you need to know about the quantum world -- the place where most of the greatest scientific advances of the twentieth century have been made. This exceptional A to Z reference begins with a thorough introduction setting out the current state of knowledge in particle physics. Throughout, Gribbin includes articles on the structure of particles and their interactions, accounts of the theoretical breakthroughs in quantum mechanics and their practical applications, and entertaining biographies of the scientists who have blazed the trail of discovery. In a special section, "Timelines," key dates in our quest to understand the quantum world are mapped out alongside landmarks in world history and the history of science. An encyclopedia of the fundamental science of the future, Q is for Quantum is an essential companion for anyone interested in particle physics.

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Abelian group A group of mathematical transformations which can be carried out in any order and still give the same end result.

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Here in one volume, the award-winning science writer and physicist John Gribbin has provided everything you need to know about the quantum world -- the place where most of the greatest scientific advances of the twentieth century have been made.

This exceptional A to Z reference begins with a thorough introduction setting out the current state of knowledge in particle physics. Throughout, Gribbin includes articles on the structure of particles and their interactions, accounts of the theoretical breakthroughs in quantum mechanics and their practical applications, and entertaining biographies of the scientists who have blazed the trail of discovery. In a special section, "Timelines, " key dates in our quest to understand the quantum world are mapped out alongside landmarks in world history and the history of science.

An encyclopedia of the fundamental science of the future, Q is for Quantum is an essential companion for anyone interested in particle physics.

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  • Title Q Is for Quantum: An Encyclopedia of Particle Physics
  • Author John R. Gribbin
  • Binding Paperback
  • Edition 1st Ed(AsSuch)
  • Pages 560
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Touchstone Books, Old Tappan, New Jersey, U.S.A.
  • Date 2000-02-22
  • Illustrated Yes
  • ISBN 9780684863153 / 0684863154
  • Weight 2.11 lbs (0.96 kg)
  • Dimensions 10.1 x 6.98 x 1.17 in (25.65 x 17.73 x 2.97 cm)
  • Library of Congress subjects Particles (Nuclear physics)
  • Library of Congress Catalog Number 98-9918
  • Dewey Decimal Code 539.703

About the author

JOHN GRIBBIN trained as an astrophysicist at Cambridge University before becoming a full-time science writer. He is now a Visiting Fellow in Astronomy at the University of Sussex. His other books include the bestselling In Search of Schrdinger's Cat and In Search of the Big Bang.
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