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In Search of Schrodinger's Cat

By John Gribbin

In Search of Schrodinger's Cat book

In Search of Schrodinger's Cat

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An enthralling and delightful introduction to the strange world of quantum theory, an essential element in understanding modern society “A gripping account of the history of quantum mechanics and a clear description of its significance—and weirdness. Absolutely fascinating.”—Isaac Asimov The question this book addresses is “What is reality?” The answer(s) may surprise you; you may not believe them. But you will find out how contemporary science views the world. Quantum theory is so shocking that Einstein could not bring himself to accept it. It is so important that it provides the fundamental underpinning of all modern sciences. Without it, we’d have no nuclear power or nuclear weapons, no TV, no computers, no science of molecular biology, no understanding of DNA, no genetic engineering—at all. In Search of Schrodinger's Cat tells the complete story of quantum mechanics, a truth stranger than any fiction. John Gribbin takes us step by step into an ever more bizarre and fascinating place, requiring only that we approach it with an open mind. He introduces the scientists who developed quantum theory. He investigates the atom, radiation, time travel, the birth of the universe, superconductors, and life itself. And in a world full of its own delights, mysteries, and surprises, he searches for Schrödinger’s Cat—a search for quantum reality—as he brings every reader to a clear understanding of the most important area of scientific study today: quantum physics.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Edition:
1
Number of Pages:
320
Release Date:
1984-09-01
Publication Date:
1984-08-01
Publisher:
Random House
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
0553342533
ISBN13:
9780553342536
Weight:
270 g
Height:
133 cm
Width:
209 cm
Thickness:
24 cm

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