Summaries of books about Physics & Chemistry:
Storm in a Teacup
The Physics of Everyday Life
Helen Czerski
The book explores the complex physics behind ordinary phenomena that occur in daily life, from the way a teapot spout dribbles to how ducks keep their feet warm in cold water. It reveals the intricate connections between the mundane and the scientific, making the principles of physics accessible and engaging through familiar examples.
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The Beginning of Infinity
Explanations that Transform The World
David Deutsch
The book explores the idea that through the pursuit of knowledge, humans have the potential to make unlimited progress in understanding and shaping the world. It discusses the role of science and reason in overcoming problems and achieving growth, arguing that there are no limits to what we can comprehend and achieve.
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The Physics Book
Big Ideas Simply Explained
DK
The book presents a comprehensive overview of essential concepts in physics, explaining complex theories and discoveries in an accessible manner. It covers a wide range of topics, from the fundamental principles of motion to the intricacies of quantum mechanics and relativity, illustrated with visual aids to enhance understanding.
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Forces of Nature
Professor Brian Cox|Andrew Cohen
The book explores the fundamental forces that shape our universe, from the smallest particles to the largest galaxies, blending physics with stunning photography and real-world examples. It delves into the laws of nature that govern the cosmos, explaining complex scientific concepts in an accessible and engaging manner.
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Quantum
Einstein, Bohr, and the Great Debate about the Nature of Reality
Manjit Kumar
The book delves into the intellectual conflict between Albert Einstein and Niels Bohr over the fundamental nature of quantum mechanics, exploring their clashing ideologies and the implications for our understanding of reality. It provides a historical account of the development of quantum theory and the philosophical questions it raised, as well as the personal dynamics and debates between the leading scientists of the time.
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Molecules
The Elements and the Architecture of Everything
Theodore Gray
The book showcases stunning photographic explorations of the substances that compose everything around us, delving into the fascinating stories, uses, and properties of chemical elements and compounds. It provides a visual journey through the periodic table, revealing the beauty and complexity of the molecular world in an accessible and engaging way.
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Fundamentals
Ten Keys to Reality
Frank Wilczek
The book explores the essential principles that form the foundation of our understanding of the universe, from the nature of space and time to the workings of matter and energy. It delves into the deep laws of physics and the universe's fundamental building blocks, aiming to provide readers with a clearer view of reality's big picture.
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Physics of the Impossible
A Scientific Exploration into the World of Phasers, Force Fields, Teleportation, and Time Travel
Michio Kaku
The book explores the scientific plausibility of various phenomena and technologies found in science fiction, such as invisibility, phasers, and time travel. It categorizes these concepts into three levels of impossibility, discussing current physics and potential future advancements that could make them possible.
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Organic Chemistry as a Second Language
David R. Klein
The book simplifies complex concepts in organic chemistry, providing clear explanations, helpful diagrams, and practice problems to enhance understanding of first-semester topics such as structure and bonding, resonance, and stereochemistry. It serves as a supplemental learning tool to bridge the gap between introductory chemistry and more advanced organic chemistry courses.
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The Greatest Story Ever Told--So Far
Why Are We Here?
Lawrence M. Krauss
The book delves into the discoveries and principles of modern physics, exploring how our understanding of the universe has evolved from fundamental particles to the forces that govern them. It examines the triumphs of scientific inquiry, revealing the beauty and intricacy behind the laws of nature and our place within the cosmos.
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