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The Knowledge eBook Series

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  • The Knowledge: The Periodic Table

    Series series The Knowledge
    Introducing a new series of information-led pocket guides aimed at demystifying a wide and eclectic range of subjects. Called The knowledge, each book within the series is written by an expert in the field providing a lively, and informative, introduction to their respective topic.The formulation of the periodic table, in 1869, revolutionised chemistry in the same way that Darwin and Newton's ... Read more

    RM 44.79

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  • In Search Of Schrodinger's Cat

    The bestselling classic introduction to quantum physics

    by John Gribbin ...
    'A primer for the magical, near inexplicable world of quantum mechanics... Mind-blowing' Dara Ó BriainQuantum theory is so shocking that Einstein could not bring himself to accept it. It is so important that it underpins all modern sciences. Without it, we'd have no molecular biology, no understanding of DNA, no genetic engineering, no computers.A century after the development of quantum mechanics ... Read more

    RM 56.19

  • The History of Physics from 2000BCE to 1945

    by Sheldon Cohen ...
    Physics is the science that deals with the properties and interrelationship of matter and energy. It studies mechanics, heat, light, sound, electricity, magnetism, radiation, and atomic structure. This tale stretches from 2000 BCE to 1945 and introduces the reader to the brilliant men and women from Thales of Miletos to Albert Einstein who working alone or collaboratively made it all possible. ... Read more

    RM 15.57 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Chemistry

    a QuickStudy Laminated Reference Guide

    Best-selling guide for over 20 years and an essential companion for students taking chemistry courses of any level, this laminated six page guide is a must-have for reference throughout science courses as a serious study tool and quick refresher for the core concepts, terms, equations and periodic elements. Author and Harvard PhD, Mark D. Jackson, a scientist and university chemistry professor ... Read more

    Was RM 27.99 Now RM 24.49

  • Particle Physics: A Very Short Introduction

    by Frank Close ...
    Series series Very Short Introductions
    In this 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. Along the way he provides fascinating insights into how discoveries in particle physics have actually been made, and discusses how our picture of the world has been radically revised ... Read more

    RM 31.18

  • The Search for Superstrings, Symmetry, and the Theory of Everything

    by John Gribbin ...
    "Clear and elegant . . . Anyone who has tried to get through one of the many books on quantum theory, superstrings, and such, ought to give this book a try." — American WayNo one is more successful than John Gribbin when it comes to making the cutting edge of physics more accessible to a broad lay audience. In Schrodinger's Kittens, he took readers to the eerie world of subatomic particles & waves ... Read more

    RM 50.59

  • Elementary Particles and the Laws of Physics

    The 1986 Dirac Memorial Lectures

    Perhaps the two most important conceptual breakthroughs in twentieth century physics are relativity and quantum mechanics. Developing a theory that combines the two seamlessly is a difficult and ongoing challenge. This accessible book contains intriguing explorations of this theme by the distinguished physicists Richard Feynman and Steven Weinberg. Richard Feynman's contribution examines the ... Read more

    RM 57.69

  • Quantum Theory: Bullet Guides

    Open this book and you willGrasp quantum theoryUnderstand its importanceExamine paradoxesExplore the atom ... Read more

    RM 38.59

  • Worlds Within Worlds: The Story of Nuclear Energy, Volume 1

    by Isaac Asimov ...
    "Worlds Within Worlds: The Story of Nuclear Energy, Volume 1" by Isaac Asimov is a compelling exploration of the history and science behind nuclear energy. Asimov, renowned for his ability to distill complex topics into engaging narratives, takes readers on a journey through the development of nuclear physics. He discusses the fundamental principles of atomic structure and the forces that govern ... Read more

    RM 4.01 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Stars

    A Very Short Introduction

    by Andrew King ...
    Series series Very Short Introductions
    Every atom of our bodies has been part of a star. Our very own star, the Sun, is crucial to the development and sustainability of life on Earth. This Very Short Introduction presents a modern, authoritative examination of how stars live, producing all the chemical elements beyond helium, and how they die, sometimes spectacularly, to end as remnants such as black holes. Andrew King shows how ... Read more

    RM 31.18

  • Einstein: A Beginner's Guide

    Series series BGKF
    This guide contains the essential facts and concepts of the life of Einstein and his work. It examines his background and the scientific method of the day, and explains his theories in simple terms. Central themes are presented in jargon-free language and key terms are highlighted and explained. ... Read more

    RM 21.09

  • 30-Second Elements

    The 50 most significant elements, each explained in half a minute

    by Eric Scerri ...
    Series series 30-Second
    When was radium discovered? Who are Dmitri Mendeleev and Glenn T. Seaborg? Who discovered uranium's radioactivity? Which element is useful for dating the age of Earth? And why doesn't gold have a scientific name?30-Second Elements presents you with the very foundations of chemical knowledge, explaining concisely the 50 most significant chemical elements.This book uses helpful glossaries and tables ... Read more

    RM 39.39 or Free with Kobo Plus