Absolutely Small: How Quantum Theory Explains Our Everyday World
- Synopsis
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Fayer (Chemistry at Stanford U. ) presents this accessible and intelligent guide to quantum mechanics intended for the layperson. Starting with the basics, Fayer simply explains quantum theory in contrast with classical mechanics and how it relates to our everyday experiences. Readers will learn the inner workings of things like color, molecular shape and impact, and what makes greenhouse gases bad. This fascinating book will open the door to the quantum world to anyone willing to change the way they look at reality. Annotation ©2010 Book News, Inc. , Portland, OR (booknews. com)
- Copyright:
- 2010
Book Details
- Book Quality:
- Publisher Quality
- ISBN-13:
- 9780814414910
- Publisher:
- Amacom Books
- Date of Addition:
- 11/02/12
- Copyrighted By:
- Michael D. Fayer
- Adult content:
- No
- Language:
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English
- Has Image Descriptions:
- No
- Categories:
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Nonfiction,
Science
- Submitted By:
- Bookshare Staff
- Usage Restrictions:
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This is a copyrighted book.
