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La Ciencia Y El Azar

By Mireia Ortega

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La Ciencia Y El Azar

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What do the discovery of penicillin, X-rays and Velcro have in common? They are all the result of chance, of that magical moment when a scientist unexpectedly finds something completely different from what he was initially looking for. The new work of the popularizer Mireia Ortega immerses us in a fascinating journey through some of the most important discoveries in the history of science that arose by pure chance. From 1669 with the discovery of white phosphorus to the end of 1998 with the unexpected development of Viagra, the book shows us how serendipity plays a fundamental role in scientific progress. Through fourteen chapters covering more than three centuries of history, Science and Chance demystifies the idea that great discoveries are the result of meticulous planning alone. Each chapter reveals how coincidences combined with preparation and the discerning, critical eye of researchers can transform a simple accident into a revolutionary breakthrough. It is a tribute to curiosity, observation and that bit of luck that sometimes makes the difference between a routine experiment and a discovery that alters the course of history. An essential book for science lovers, it reminds us that sometimes true innovation comes when we least expect it.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Edition:
1
Number of Pages:
240
Release Date:
2025-06-24
Publication Date:
2025-06-24
Publisher:
Almuzara
Languages:
Original: Spanish
ISBN13:
9791387556143
Weight:
320 g
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