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Atomic Accidents

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

de James Mahaffey ...

Narrado por Tom Weiner ...

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15 hora 54 minutos

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 ... Leer más

$29.99 USD

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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Midnight in Chernobyl

The Story of the World's Greatest Nuclear Disaster

de Adam Higginbotham ...

Narrado por Jacques Roy ...

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13 hora 55 minutos

One of AudioFile’s Best Audiobooks of 2019!A New York Times Best Book of the YearA Time Best Book of the YearA Kirkus Reviews Best Nonfiction Book of the Year2020 Andrew Carnegie Medals for Excellence Winner**From journalist Adam Higginbotham, the New York Times bestselling “account that reads almost like the script for a mov... ... Leer más

$29.99 USD

One of AudioFile’s Best Audiobooks of 2019!A New York Times Best Book of the YearA Time Best Book of the YearA Kirkus Reviews Best Nonfiction Book of the Year2020 Andrew Carnegie Medals for Excellence Winner**From journalist Adam Higginbotham, the New York Times bestselling “account that reads almost like the script for a mov...
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The Pope of Physics

Enrico Fermi and the Birth of the Atomic Age

de Bettina Hoerlin, Gino Segre ...

Narrado por Tim Campbell ...

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10 hora 39 minutos

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, ... Leer más

$19.99 USD

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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In Our Time: 25 Concepts and Theories in the History of Physics

A BBC Radio 4 Collection

de Melvyn Bragg ...

Narrado por Melvyn Bragg ...

Series series In Our Time
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15 hora 43 minutos

Melvyn Bragg and guests explore the history of physics through its most important ideas and hypotheses*'*In Our Time is in a class of its own' New York TimesEclectic, erudite and entertaining, In Our Time is one of Radio 4's most successful programmes, regularly attracting an audience of over 2 million for its discussions on every subject under the sun: from oceanography to Ovid.In this special ... Leer más

$21.99 USD

Melvyn Bragg and guests explore the history of physics through its most important ideas and hypotheses*'*In Our Time is in a class of its own' New York TimesEclectic, erudite and entertaining, In Our Time is one of Radio 4's most successful programmes, regularly attracting an audience of over 2 million for its discussions on every subject under the sun: from oceanography to Ovid.In this special
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Creation of Nuclear Weapons – The Manhattan Project, The

The Secret Race to Build the Atomic Bomb and Change the Course of History

de Cristian Tyler ...

Narrado por Cristian Tyler ...

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1 horas 8 minutos

The atomic bomb ended World War II, but its creation was one of the most secretive and controversial projects in human history. Behind closed doors, the world’s greatest scientists—including Albert Einstein, J. Robert Oppenheimer, and Enrico Fermi—raced to develop nuclear weapons before Nazi Germany or Imperial Japan. But what really happened in the laboratories and desert testing sites of the ... Leer más

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The atomic bomb ended World War II, but its creation was one of the most secretive and controversial projects in human history. Behind closed doors, the world’s greatest scientists—including Albert Einstein, J. Robert Oppenheimer, and Enrico Fermi—raced to develop nuclear weapons before Nazi Germany or Imperial Japan. But what really happened in the laboratories and desert testing sites of the
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End Times

A Brief Guide to the End of the World

de Bryan Walsh ...

Narrado por Bryan Walsh, Corey Carthew ...

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12 hora 29 minutos

In this history of extinction and existential risk, a Newsweek and Bloomberg popular science and investigative journalist examines our most dangerous mistakes -- and explores how we can protect and future-proof our civilization.End Times is a compelling work of skilled reportage that peels back the layers of complexity around the unthinkable -- and inevitable -- end of humankind. From asteroids ... Leer más

$31.99 USD

In this history of extinction and existential risk, a Newsweek and Bloomberg popular science and investigative journalist examines our most dangerous mistakes -- and explores how we can protect and future-proof our civilization.End Times is a compelling work of skilled reportage that peels back the layers of complexity around the unthinkable -- and inevitable -- end of humankind. From asteroids
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Collisions

A Physicist's Journey from Hiroshima to the Death of the Dinosaurs

de Alec Nevala-Lee ...

Narrado por Christopher Grove ...

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10 hora 24 minutos

To his admirers, Luis W. Alvarez was the most accomplished, inventive, and versatile experimental physicist of his generation. During World War II, he achieved major breakthroughs in radar, played a key role in the Manhattan Project, and served as the lead scientific observer at the bombing of Hiroshima. In the decades that followed, he revolutionized particle physics with the hydrogen bubble ... Leer más

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To his admirers, Luis W. Alvarez was the most accomplished, inventive, and versatile experimental physicist of his generation. During World War II, he achieved major breakthroughs in radar, played a key role in the Manhattan Project, and served as the lead scientific observer at the bombing of Hiroshima. In the decades that followed, he revolutionized particle physics with the hydrogen bubble
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Quantum Theory of Fields: An Intuitive Audio Guide to Relativistic Quantum Physics, Particles, and the Modern Standard Model

de Richard Holmberg ...

Narrado por Richard Holmberg ...

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1 horas 53 minutos

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 ... Leer más

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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 Explained: A Friendly Guide to Quarks, Fields, and the Hidden Rules of the Universe

de James Whitfield ...

Narrado por James Whitfield ...

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1 horas 55 minutos

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 ... Leer más

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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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Nuclear Physics Explained: A Friendly Beginner’s Guide to Atoms, Radiation, and the Power Inside the Nucleus

de James Whitfield ...

Narrado por James Whitfield ...

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1 horas 49 minutos

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 ... Leer más

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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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Brief History of Particle Physics, A: The Hunt for the Smallest Things in the Universe

de Daniel Mercer ...

Narrado por Daniel Mercer ...

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1 horas 53 minutos

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 ... Leer más

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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

de Thomas Ellwood ...

Narrado por Thomas Ellwood ...

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1 horas 53 minutos

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 ... Leer más

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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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Particle Physics for Kids: A Fun Adventure into the Smallest Particles in Existence

de Benjamin Marsh ...

Narrado por Benjamin Marsh ...

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2 hora 48 minutos

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 ... Leer más

$9.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

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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Particle Physics

A Very Short Introduction

de Frank Close ...

Narrado por Mike Cooper ...

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4 hora 1 minutos

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 ... Leer más

$15.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

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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THE ATOM AND THE BOHR THEORY OF ITS STRUCTURE AN ELEMENTARY PRESENTATION HELGE HOLST

Unveil the secrets of atomic structure — Helge Holst’s clear and fascinating guide to Bohr’s groundbreaking theory that changed modern physics forever

de HELGE HOLST ...

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5 hora 46 minutos

The Atom and the Bohr Theory of Its Structure: An Elementary Presentation by Helge Holst is a compelling audiobook that provides a clear and accessible introduction to the fundamental principles of atomic physics. Holst explains the structure of the atom and the groundbreaking Bohr model in a way that is both educational and engaging, making complex scientific concepts understandable for a wide ... Leer más

$4.99 USD

The Atom and the Bohr Theory of Its Structure: An Elementary Presentation by Helge Holst is a compelling audiobook that provides a clear and accessible introduction to the fundamental principles of atomic physics. Holst explains the structure of the atom and the groundbreaking Bohr model in a way that is both educational and engaging, making complex scientific concepts understandable for a wide
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Nuclear Physics for Kids: A Fun Guide to the Incredible Power Inside Tiny Atoms

de Emily Cartwright ...

Narrado por Emily Cartwright ...

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1 horas 49 minutos

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 ... Leer más

$9.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

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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What If Nuclear War Happens: A Sober, Science-Based Guide to Surviving, Coping, and Rebuilding After the Unthinkable

de Andrew Keller ...

Narrado por Andrew Keller ...

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2 hora 4 minutos

Transform paralyzing disaster anxiety into practical survival preparedness with this grounded, science-based guide. Navigate rising global tensions and the daily news cycle without fear by understanding exactly what happens during a nuclear exchange. You will learn to replace vague dread with actionable crisis management strategies tailored for everyday individuals.Whether you are safeguarding ... Leer más

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Transform paralyzing disaster anxiety into practical survival preparedness with this grounded, science-based guide. Navigate rising global tensions and the daily news cycle without fear by understanding exactly what happens during a nuclear exchange. You will learn to replace vague dread with actionable crisis management strategies tailored for everyday individuals.Whether you are safeguarding
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Trinity

The Treachery and Pursuit of the Most Dangerous Spy in History

de Frank Close ...

Narrado por Anthony Howell ...

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20 hora 56 minutos

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 ... Leer más

$21.99 USD

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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Marie Curie

History of the Pioneer Radioactivity Researcher

de Kelly Mass ...

Narrado por Chris Newman ...

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48 minutos

Marie Salomea Skodowska Curie was a Polish-born, naturalized-French researcher and chemist who originated radioactivity research. She was the first woman to win the Nobel Prize, the first and only woman to win it two times, and the only individual to win the Nobel Prize in 2 different clinical classifications.Her first Nobel Prize was co-won by her spouse, Pierre Curie, making them the first ... Leer más

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Marie Salomea Skodowska Curie was a Polish-born, naturalized-French researcher and chemist who originated radioactivity research. She was the first woman to win the Nobel Prize, the first and only woman to win it two times, and the only individual to win the Nobel Prize in 2 different clinical classifications.Her first Nobel Prize was co-won by her spouse, Pierre Curie, making them the first
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Manual for Survival

A Chernobyl Guide to the Future

de Kate Brown ...

Narrado por Christina Delaine ...

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12 hora 53 minutos

Dear Comrades! Since the accident at the Chernobyl power plant, there has been a detailed analysis of the radioactivity of the food and territory of your population point. The results show that living and working in your village will cause no harm to adults or children.So began a pamphlet issued by the Ukrainian Ministry of Health—which, despite its optimistic beginnings, went on to warn its ... Leer más

$25.99 USD

Dear Comrades! Since the accident at the Chernobyl power plant, there has been a detailed analysis of the radioactivity of the food and territory of your population point. The results show that living and working in your village will cause no harm to adults or children.So began a pamphlet issued by the Ukrainian Ministry of Health—which, despite its optimistic beginnings, went on to warn its
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Oppenheimer: The Genius and the Fallout

"Master 'Oppenheimer: The Genius and the Fallout' with powerful audio lessons for top performance."

de Landon Hale ...

Narrado por Nick Porter ...

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2 hora 19 minutos

Oppenheimer: The Genius and the Fallout⭐⭐ Simplified Audio Guide ⭐⭐Are you looking to deepen your understanding of Oppenheimer's impact and scientific legacy?Seeking a comprehensive guide that provides all the necessary elements to grasp the significance of his contributions?Your search ends here!This guide serves as your definitive companion for exploring, applying ... ... Leer más

$5.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Oppenheimer: The Genius and the Fallout⭐⭐ Simplified Audio Guide ⭐⭐Are you looking to deepen your understanding of Oppenheimer's impact and scientific legacy?Seeking a comprehensive guide that provides all the necessary elements to grasp the significance of his contributions?Your search ends here!This guide serves as your definitive companion for exploring, applying ...
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Hell Bomb, The

de William L. Laurence ...

Narrado por Nathan Edwards ...

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3 hora 46 minutos

The Hell Bomb by Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist William L. Laurence is a sobering, meticulously detailed account of the dawn of the hydrogen bomb era. Written in the early 1950s, this scientific and political examination offers a front-row perspective on one of the most terrifying technological advancements in human history. Drawing on firsthand experiences from his time at Los Alamos and ... Leer más

$6.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

The Hell Bomb by Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist William L. Laurence is a sobering, meticulously detailed account of the dawn of the hydrogen bomb era. Written in the early 1950s, this scientific and political examination offers a front-row perspective on one of the most terrifying technological advancements in human history. Drawing on firsthand experiences from his time at Los Alamos and
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Jai Bharat Jai Jagat Bhag 2 - Anvastra, Anuvidnyan

de अविनाश धर्माधिकारी ...

Narrado por Avinash Dharmadhikari ...

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1 horas 50 minutos

अविनाश धर्माधिकारी यांचे गाजलेले व्याख्यान 'जय भारत जय जगत भाग २-अण्वस्त्र अणुविज्ञान ' ... Leer más

$3.99 USD

अविनाश धर्माधिकारी यांचे गाजलेले व्याख्यान 'जय भारत जय जगत भाग २-अण्वस्त्र अणुविज्ञान '
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Everything Is Fields

How Quantum Field Theory Explains You, Me, and the Universe

de David Tong ...

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11 hora 30 minutos

A leading theoretical physicist takes us on a lively tour of quantum field theory, the most fundamental description we have for what makes up the universe.In Everything Is Fields, the leading theoretical physicist and Cambridge professor David Tong reveals a startling truth: that, at the most basic level, we are made not of particles or forces but of fields, fluidlike substances stretched ... Leer más

$26.99 USD

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A leading theoretical physicist takes us on a lively tour of quantum field theory, the most fundamental description we have for what makes up the universe.In Everything Is Fields, the leading theoretical physicist and Cambridge professor David Tong reveals a startling truth: that, at the most basic level, we are made not of particles or forces but of fields, fluidlike substances stretched
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