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Atomic Dreams

The New Nuclear Evangelists and the Fight for the Future of Energy

par Rebecca Tuhus-Dubrow ...

Lu par Rebecca Tuhus-Dubrow, Maria Marquis ...

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9 heure 15 min

The inside story of how nuclear energy—long considered scary, controversial, and even apocalyptic—has become the hot topic of the climate debate, and perhaps a vital power source of the futureOn June 21, 2016, Pacific Gas & Electric Company announced a plan to shutter California’s last nuclear power plant, Diablo Canyon, in 2025. The plan was hailed by environmental groups and politicians around ... En savoir plus

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The inside story of how nuclear energy—long considered scary, controversial, and even apocalyptic—has become the hot topic of the climate debate, and perhaps a vital power source of the futureOn June 21, 2016, Pacific Gas & Electric Company announced a plan to shutter California’s last nuclear power plant, Diablo Canyon, in 2025. The plan was hailed by environmental groups and politicians around
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Chernobyl: The Incredible True Story of the World's Worst Nuclear Disaster (Historical Fiction Novel Inspired by the True Story of the World’s Worst Nuclear Disaster)

par Ryan Gonzalez ...

Lu par Digital Voice Mason G ...

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1 heures 32 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.This book, the result of five years of research, presents an accessible but comprehensive account of what really happened.From the desperate fight to prevent a burning reactor core from irradiating eastern europe, to the self-sacrifice of the heroic men who entered fields of radiation so strong that machines wouldn’t work, to the surprising truth about ... En savoir plus

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This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.This book, the result of five years of research, presents an accessible but comprehensive account of what really happened.From the desperate fight to prevent a burning reactor core from irradiating eastern europe, to the self-sacrifice of the heroic men who entered fields of radiation so strong that machines wouldn’t work, to the surprising truth about
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Der schlimmste Atomunfall der USA

was wirklich geschah & warum es verschwiegen wurde!

par StorySculptres Graf ...

Lu par StorySculptres Garf ...

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22 min

Erleben Sie den dramatischsten nuklearen Unfall der US-Geschichte – Jetzt als packendes Hörbuch!28. März 1979Alle Alarme in der Schaltzentrale von Three Mile IslandWarum wurde die Wahrheit erst Jahre später ans Licht gebracht? Und welche katastrophalen Auswirkungen hatte der Unfall auf die Anwohner und die Weltwirtschaft?In diesem packenden Hörbuch erfahren Sie:Die dramatischen Ereignisse run... ... En savoir plus

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Erleben Sie den dramatischsten nuklearen Unfall der US-Geschichte – Jetzt als packendes Hörbuch!28. März 1979Alle Alarme in der Schaltzentrale von Three Mile IslandWarum wurde die Wahrheit erst Jahre später ans Licht gebracht? Und welche katastrophalen Auswirkungen hatte der Unfall auf die Anwohner und die Weltwirtschaft?In diesem packenden Hörbuch erfahren Sie:Die dramatischen Ereignisse run...
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The Pope of Physics

Enrico Fermi and the Birth of the Atomic Age

par Bettina Hoerlin, Gino Segre ...

Lu par Tim Campbell ...

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10 heure 39 min

Enrico Fermi is unquestionably among the greats of the world's physicists, the most famous Italian scientist since Galileo. Called the Pope by his peers, he was regarded as infallible in his instincts and research. His discoveries changed our world; they led to weapons of mass destruction and conversely to life-saving medical interventions.This unassuming man struggled with issues relevant today, ... En savoir plus

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Enrico Fermi is unquestionably among the greats of the world's physicists, the most famous Italian scientist since Galileo. Called the Pope by his peers, he was regarded as infallible in his instincts and research. His discoveries changed our world; they led to weapons of mass destruction and conversely to life-saving medical interventions.This unassuming man struggled with issues relevant today,
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Nuclear Physics Explained: A Friendly Beginner’s Guide to Atoms, Radiation, and the Power Inside the Nucleus

par James Whitfield ...

Lu par James Whitfield ...

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1 heures 49 min

Master the fascinating science of nuclear energy and radiation without ever touching complex mathematics. Perfect for an inquisitive morning commute or a relaxing evening of lifelong learning, this calm, accessible guide transforms intimidating physics into an engaging journey. Zoom down to the microscopic scale to explore the invisible forces powering our entire universe.Replace fear and ... En savoir plus

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Master the fascinating science of nuclear energy and radiation without ever touching complex mathematics. Perfect for an inquisitive morning commute or a relaxing evening of lifelong learning, this calm, accessible guide transforms intimidating physics into an engaging journey. Zoom down to the microscopic scale to explore the invisible forces powering our entire universe.Replace fear and
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Particle Physics Explained: A Friendly Guide to Quarks, Fields, and the Hidden Rules of the Universe

par James Whitfield ...

Lu par James Whitfield ...

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1 heures 55 min

Demystify subatomic physics and quantum mechanics through captivating stories that make the universe's hidden rules click. Perfect for turning a daily commute into a mind-expanding journey, this guided tour translates dense equations into vivid, everyday reality. You will steadily zoom inward from familiar objects to the invisible forces that dictate how all matter behaves.Experience the awe ... En savoir plus

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Demystify subatomic physics and quantum mechanics through captivating stories that make the universe's hidden rules click. Perfect for turning a daily commute into a mind-expanding journey, this guided tour translates dense equations into vivid, everyday reality. You will steadily zoom inward from familiar objects to the invisible forces that dictate how all matter behaves.Experience the awe
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Quantum Theory of Fields: An Intuitive Audio Guide to Relativistic Quantum Physics, Particles, and the Modern Standard Model

par Richard Holmberg ...

Lu par Richard Holmberg ...

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1 heures 53 min

Master the complexities of quantum physics and the Standard Model without struggling through dense, frustrating equations. Perfect for a mentally stimulating commute or a deep-focus learning session, this accessible science guide bridges the gap between basic mechanics and the subatomic universe. Experience the mind-expanding realization that continuous fields, rather than solid particles, are the ... En savoir plus

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Master the complexities of quantum physics and the Standard Model without struggling through dense, frustrating equations. Perfect for a mentally stimulating commute or a deep-focus learning session, this accessible science guide bridges the gap between basic mechanics and the subatomic universe. Experience the mind-expanding realization that continuous fields, rather than solid particles, are the
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Particle Physics

A Very Short Introduction

par Frank Close ...

Lu par Mike Cooper ...

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4 heure 1 min

Following the discovery of the Higgs boson, Frank Close has produced this major revision to his classic and compelling introduction to the fundamental particles that make up the universe. Frank Close takes us on a journey into the atom to examine known particles such as quarks, electrons, and the ghostly neutrino, and explains the key role and significance of the Higgs boson. Along the way he ... En savoir plus

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Following the discovery of the Higgs boson, Frank Close has produced this major revision to his classic and compelling introduction to the fundamental particles that make up the universe. Frank Close takes us on a journey into the atom to examine known particles such as quarks, electrons, and the ghostly neutrino, and explains the key role and significance of the Higgs boson. Along the way he
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Particle Physics for Kids: A Fun Adventure into the Smallest Particles in Existence

par Benjamin Marsh ...

Lu par Benjamin Marsh ...

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2 heure 48 min

Embark on a playful STEM audio adventure into the microscopic universe hidden inside everyday matter. Perfect for engaging homeschool learning or keeping kids entertained on family road trips, this high-energy journey transforms heavy physics into pure audio wonder. Join three curious kids and a wisecracking gadget as they shrink down, zoom past molecules, and dive headfirst into the quantum realm ... En savoir plus

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Embark on a playful STEM audio adventure into the microscopic universe hidden inside everyday matter. Perfect for engaging homeschool learning or keeping kids entertained on family road trips, this high-energy journey transforms heavy physics into pure audio wonder. Join three curious kids and a wisecracking gadget as they shrink down, zoom past molecules, and dive headfirst into the quantum realm
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Nuclear Physics for Kids: A Fun Guide to the Incredible Power Inside Tiny Atoms

par Emily Cartwright ...

Lu par Emily Cartwright ...

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1 heures 49 min

Spark your child's STEM curiosity with this playful, educational audio journey into the hidden microscopic universe. Perfect for family road trips or engaging afternoon listening, this friendly guide transforms complex science into a captivating, fear-free adventure.Empower future scientists to understand how tiny particles power everything from the pizza we eat to the stars in the sky. Using ... En savoir plus

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Spark your child's STEM curiosity with this playful, educational audio journey into the hidden microscopic universe. Perfect for family road trips or engaging afternoon listening, this friendly guide transforms complex science into a captivating, fear-free adventure.Empower future scientists to understand how tiny particles power everything from the pizza we eat to the stars in the sky. Using
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Brief History of Particle Physics, A: The Hunt for the Smallest Things in the Universe

par Daniel Mercer ...

Lu par Daniel Mercer ...

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1 heures 53 min

Embark on a mind-expanding history of science and particle physics to decode the fundamental building blocks of reality. Perfect for a daily commute, this awe-inspiring narrative turns dense equations into a high-stakes scientific adventure. Discover how brilliant thinkers shattered the illusion of solid matter to reveal a chaotic, invisible world of quarks and quantum fields.Whether fueling ... En savoir plus

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Embark on a mind-expanding history of science and particle physics to decode the fundamental building blocks of reality. Perfect for a daily commute, this awe-inspiring narrative turns dense equations into a high-stakes scientific adventure. Discover how brilliant thinkers shattered the illusion of solid matter to reveal a chaotic, invisible world of quarks and quantum fields.Whether fueling
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Brief History of Nuclear Fusion, A: Humanity's Quest for Limitless Energy

par Thomas Ellwood ...

Lu par Thomas Ellwood ...

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1 heures 53 min

The race to unlock limitless clean energy through nuclear fusion is the most ambitious scientific quest in human history. Whether you are powering through a morning commute or seeking a hopeful perspective on our climate crisis, this fascinating journey transforms complex astrophysics into gripping drama. Experience how a simple question about what makes the stars shine sparked a high-stakes ... En savoir plus

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The race to unlock limitless clean energy through nuclear fusion is the most ambitious scientific quest in human history. Whether you are powering through a morning commute or seeking a hopeful perspective on our climate crisis, this fascinating journey transforms complex astrophysics into gripping drama. Experience how a simple question about what makes the stars shine sparked a high-stakes
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Trinity

The Treachery and Pursuit of the Most Dangerous Spy in History

par Frank Close ...

Lu par Anthony Howell ...

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20 heure 56 min

Brought to you by Penguin.'Trinity' was the codename for the test explosion of the atomic bomb in New Mexico on 16 July 1945. This exceptional book - Trinity - tells the story of the bomb's metaphorical father, Rudolf Peierls; his intellectual son, the atomic spy, Klaus Fuchs, and the ghosts of the security services in Britain, the USA and USSR.Against the background of pre-war Nazi Germany, the ... En savoir plus

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Brought to you by Penguin.'Trinity' was the codename for the test explosion of the atomic bomb in New Mexico on 16 July 1945. This exceptional book - Trinity - tells the story of the bomb's metaphorical father, Rudolf Peierls; his intellectual son, the atomic spy, Klaus Fuchs, and the ghosts of the security services in Britain, the USA and USSR.Against the background of pre-war Nazi Germany, the
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Atomic Accidents

A History of Nuclear Meltdowns and Disasters; From the Ozark Mountains to Fukushima

par James Mahaffey ...

Lu par Tom Weiner ...

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15 heure 54 min

A gripping narrative of nuclear mishaps and meltdowns around the globe, all of which have proven pivotal to the advancement of nuclear scienceFrom the moment radiation was discovered in the late nineteenth century, nuclear science has had a rich history of innovative scientific exploration and discovery, coupled with mistakes, accidents, and downright disasters. Mahaffey, a long-time advocate of ... En savoir plus

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A gripping narrative of nuclear mishaps and meltdowns around the globe, all of which have proven pivotal to the advancement of nuclear scienceFrom the moment radiation was discovered in the late nineteenth century, nuclear science has had a rich history of innovative scientific exploration and discovery, coupled with mistakes, accidents, and downright disasters. Mahaffey, a long-time advocate of
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Quantenmechanik – leicht erklärt

Wie die unsichtbare Welt unsere Realität bestimmt

par Orhan Schöwe ...

Lu par Orhan Schöwe ...

Collections Livre audio : 1 - Physik leicht erklärt
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40 min

Quantenmechanik – leicht erklärtWie die unsichtbare Welt unsere Realität bestimmtEin Hörbuch von Orhan SchöweDie Quantenmechanik ist kein Geheimwissen für Physiker – sie ist das Fundament unserer modernen Welt. Doch sobald wir in das Reich des Allerkleinsten blicken, bricht unser gewohntes Verständnis von Wirklichkeit auf. Teilchen verhalten sich wie Wellen. Zustände existieren gleichzeitig. ... En savoir plus

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Quantenmechanik – leicht erklärtWie die unsichtbare Welt unsere Realität bestimmtEin Hörbuch von Orhan SchöweDie Quantenmechanik ist kein Geheimwissen für Physiker – sie ist das Fundament unserer modernen Welt. Doch sobald wir in das Reich des Allerkleinsten blicken, bricht unser gewohntes Verständnis von Wirklichkeit auf. Teilchen verhalten sich wie Wellen. Zustände existieren gleichzeitig.
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Too Big for a Single Mind

How the Greatest Generation of Physicists Uncovered the Quantum World

par Tobias Hürter, David Shaw - Translator ...

Lu par Paul Bellantoni ...

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12 heure 29 min

The epic, page-turning history of how a group of physicists toppled the Newtonian universe in the early decades of the twentieth centuryThe epic true story of how a global team of physics luminaries—Einstein, Curie, Schrödinger, and more—toppled the Newtonian universe amid the turmoil of two World WarsThere may never be another era of science like the first half of the twentieth century, when many ... En savoir plus

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The epic, page-turning history of how a group of physicists toppled the Newtonian universe in the early decades of the twentieth centuryThe epic true story of how a global team of physics luminaries—Einstein, Curie, Schrödinger, and more—toppled the Newtonian universe amid the turmoil of two World WarsThere may never be another era of science like the first half of the twentieth century, when many
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Chernobyl

The History of a Nuclear Catastrophe

par Serhii Plokhy ...

Lu par Ralph Lister ...

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14 heure 52 min

From an award-winning historian and Chernobyl survivor, a visceral account of the worst nuclear accident in history.**"Vividly empathetic." —**Wall Street JournalOn the morning of April 26, 1986, Europe witnessed the worst nuclear disaster in history: the explosion of a reactor at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant in Soviet Ukraine. Dozens died of radiation poisoning, fallout contaminated half the ... En savoir plus

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From an award-winning historian and Chernobyl survivor, a visceral account of the worst nuclear accident in history.**"Vividly empathetic." —**Wall Street JournalOn the morning of April 26, 1986, Europe witnessed the worst nuclear disaster in history: the explosion of a reactor at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant in Soviet Ukraine. Dozens died of radiation poisoning, fallout contaminated half the
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The Universal Timekeepers

Reconstructing History Atom by Atom

par David J. Helfand ...

Lu par Perry Daniels ...

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10 heure 15 min

Atoms are unfathomably tiny. It takes fifteen million trillion of them to make up a single poppy seed—give or take a few billion. And there's hardly anything to them: atoms are more than 99.9999999999 percent empty space. Yet scientists have learned to count these slivers of near nothingness with precision and to peer into their internal states. In looking so closely, we have learned that atoms, ... En savoir plus

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Atoms are unfathomably tiny. It takes fifteen million trillion of them to make up a single poppy seed—give or take a few billion. And there's hardly anything to them: atoms are more than 99.9999999999 percent empty space. Yet scientists have learned to count these slivers of near nothingness with precision and to peer into their internal states. In looking so closely, we have learned that atoms,
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Going Nuclear

How Atomic Energy Will Save the World

par Tim Gregory ...

Lu par Tim Gregory ...

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10 heure 51 min

A bold, provocative, and knowledgeable case for the importance of nuclear science and how nuclear power is essential to reaching net zero.What if net zero is not an environmental challenge, but an energy challenge?In this visionary book, Dr. Tim Gregory challenges prevailing narratives around climate change, arguing that the goal of net zero is not simply to replace fossil fuels with renewables, ... En savoir plus

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A bold, provocative, and knowledgeable case for the importance of nuclear science and how nuclear power is essential to reaching net zero.What if net zero is not an environmental challenge, but an energy challenge?In this visionary book, Dr. Tim Gregory challenges prevailing narratives around climate change, arguing that the goal of net zero is not simply to replace fossil fuels with renewables,
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Nuclear Age Explained: From Splitting the Atom to Today’s Geopolitics in 10 Clear Lessons

par Adrian Holbrook ...

Lu par Adrian Holbrook ...

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1 heures 58 min

Master the gripping geopolitical history and complex science of the atomic bomb without needing a physics degree. Perfect for an illuminating morning commute, this tense yet accessible narrative breaks down how invisible particles forged global security and pushed humanity to the brink of destruction.Transform your daily walk into a deep-focus learning experience as you navigate the high-stakes ... En savoir plus

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Master the gripping geopolitical history and complex science of the atomic bomb without needing a physics degree. Perfect for an illuminating morning commute, this tense yet accessible narrative breaks down how invisible particles forged global security and pushed humanity to the brink of destruction.Transform your daily walk into a deep-focus learning experience as you navigate the high-stakes
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Nuclear Energy for Beginners: A Beginner's Guide to the Power Released by Splitting Atoms

par Michael Harlan ...

Lu par Michael Harlan ...

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1 heures 51 min

Demystify atomic power and explore clean energy alternatives through clear, conversational science for everyday learners. Whether you are commuting and looking to expand your mind or seeking objective facts about the climate crisis, this journey breaks down complex physics into simple, relatable mental pictures.Step inside a working reactor to see exactly how uranium fuel transforms into the ... En savoir plus

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Demystify atomic power and explore clean energy alternatives through clear, conversational science for everyday learners. Whether you are commuting and looking to expand your mind or seeking objective facts about the climate crisis, this journey breaks down complex physics into simple, relatable mental pictures.Step inside a working reactor to see exactly how uranium fuel transforms into the
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String Theory Explained: A Friendly Guide to the Smallest Strings, the Biggest Universes, and Whether Any of It Might Be True

par Daniel Mercer ...

Lu par Daniel Mercer ...

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1 heures 54 min

Master the mind-bending physics of string theory and quantum mechanics without touching a single complex math equation. Whether you are unwinding on an evening walk or seeking deep focus during a long commute, this awe-inspiring exploration makes the universe's deepest mysteries totally approachable. Say goodbye to frustrating, jargon-heavy science lectures and hello to absolute clarity.Journey ... En savoir plus

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Master the mind-bending physics of string theory and quantum mechanics without touching a single complex math equation. Whether you are unwinding on an evening walk or seeking deep focus during a long commute, this awe-inspiring exploration makes the universe's deepest mysteries totally approachable. Say goodbye to frustrating, jargon-heavy science lectures and hello to absolute clarity.Journey
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Quanta and Fields

The Biggest Ideas in the Universe

par Sean Carroll ...

Lu par Sean Carroll ...

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9 heure 49 min

Quanta and Fields, the second book of Sean Carroll’s already internationally acclaimed series The Biggest Ideas in the Universe, is an adventure into the bare stuff of reality.Sean Carroll is creating a profoundly new approach to sharing physics with a broad audience, one that goes beyond analogies to show how physicists really think. He cuts to the bare mathematical essence of our most profound ... En savoir plus

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Quanta and Fields, the second book of Sean Carroll’s already internationally acclaimed series The Biggest Ideas in the Universe, is an adventure into the bare stuff of reality.Sean Carroll is creating a profoundly new approach to sharing physics with a broad audience, one that goes beyond analogies to show how physicists really think. He cuts to the bare mathematical essence of our most profound
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Nuclear Physics

A Very Short Introduction

par Frank Close ...

Lu par Nigel Patterson ...

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3 heure 30 min

Nuclear physics began long before the identification of fundamental particles, with J. J. Thomson's discovery of the electron at the end of the nineteenth century, which implied the existence of a positive charge in the atom to make it neutral. In this Very Short Introduction, Frank Close gives an account of how this area of physics has progressed, including the recognition of how heavy nuclei are ... En savoir plus

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Nuclear physics began long before the identification of fundamental particles, with J. J. Thomson's discovery of the electron at the end of the nineteenth century, which implied the existence of a positive charge in the atom to make it neutral. In this Very Short Introduction, Frank Close gives an account of how this area of physics has progressed, including the recognition of how heavy nuclei are
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