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Quantum: A Guide for the Perplexed

Quantum: A Guide for the Perplexed

Quantum: A Guide for the Perplexed
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Quantum: A Guide for the Perplexed Paperback - 2004

by Jim Al-Khalili

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  • Title Quantum: A Guide for the Perplexed
  • Author Jim Al-Khalili
  • Binding Paperback
  • Edition Reprint
  • Condition Used - Good
  • Pages 280
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Weidenfeld & Nicolson, United Kingdom
  • Publication date September 1, 2004
  • Illustrated Yes
  • Bookseller's Inventory # R-02-4930
  • ISBN 9781841882383 / 1841882380
  • Weight 1.77 lbs (0.80 kg)
  • Dimensions 8.66 x 7.4 x 0.74 in (22.00 x 18.80 x 1.88 cm)
  • Category Science
  • Dewey Decimal Code 530.12
  • Quantity available 1

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Reader reviews for Quantum: A Guide for the Perplexed

From the publisher

In this lively look at quantum science, a physicist takes an entertaining and enlightening journey through the basics of subatomic physics
Along the way he examines the paradox of quantum mechanics beautifully mathematical in theory but confoundingly unpredictable in the real world. Marvel at the Dual Slit experiment as a tiny atom passes through 2 separate openings at the same time. Ponder the peculiar communication of quantum particles, which can remain in touch no matter how far apart. Join the genius jewel thief as he carries out a quantum measurement on a diamond without ever touching the object in question. With its clean, colorful layout and conversational tone, this text will hook you into the conundrum that is quantum mechanics."

About the author

Dr. Jim al-Khalili is a theoretical physicist and senior lecturer in the Department of Physics at the University of Surrey. He has twice been nominated for the Royal Society's Michael Faraday Award for the Public Understanding of Science and is the Institute of Physics Schools and Colleges lecturer. He is the author of "Black Holes, Wormholes and Time Machines "and has appeared on Radio 4's "Leading Edge" and the BBC's "Tomorrow's World" and "Horizon" programs.
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