Physics And Philosophy: The Revolution in Modern Science - Couverture souple

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0140228594 ISBN 13 : 9780140228595

Editeur : Penguin Books Ltd, 1989

Synopsis

A classic statement of the philosphical problems surrounding quantum theory and relativity by one of the founders of modern physics and the proponent of quantum physics' greatest challenge to philosophy - Heisenberg's Uncertainty Priciple.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

The seminal work by one of the most important thinkers of the twentieth century, Physics and Philosophy is Werner Heisenberg's concise and accessible narrative of the revolution in modern physics, in which he played a towering role. The outgrowth of a celebrated lecture series, this book remains as relevant, provocative, and fascinating as when it was first published in 1958. A brilliant scientist whose ideas altered our perception of the universe, Heisenberg is considered the father of quantum physics; he is most famous for the Uncertainty Principle, which states that quantum particles do not occupy a fixed, measurable position. His contributions remain a cornerstone of contemporary physics theory and application.

Biographie de l'auteur

Werner Heisenberg's celebrated Uncertainty Principle is one of the cornerstones of modern physics. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in 1932 and received numerous other awards. As a public figure he actively promoted the peaceful use of atomic power, and in 1957 led other German scientists in opposing a move to equip the West German army with nuclear weapons. He died in 1976.Paul Davies is the author of many books, including God and the New Physics and The Fifth Miracle.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Penguin Books Ltd
• Date d'édition: 1989
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0140228594
• ISBN 13: 9780140228595
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 208
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible