Lifting the Scientific Veil: Science Appreciation for the Nonscientist - Couverture souple

Sukys, Paul

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0847696006 ISBN 13 : 9780847696000

Editeur : Rowman & Littlefield, 1999

Synopsis

Lifting the Scientific Veil has been written to afford the nonscience student the same meaningful opportunity to explore germane scientific topics as is generally given the science student to learn about the humanities and social sciences. Since nonscientists are generally responsible for making laws, financing research, or, at the very least, for voting, it is essential that they understand the significant impact that science has on everyday life. The book is designed to introduce nonscientists in an informative and comprehensible manner to four of the most significant scientific theories of the twentieth century: the big bang, quantum physics, relativity, and evolution. After each theory is explained informally, the book shows how that theory and related technology impact upon one's personal life. Legal and political aspects of these theories are explored as well as philosophical and theological implications.

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

Paul A. Sukys is a professor of humanities, literature, law, and legal studies at North Central State College in Mansfield, Ohio.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Rowman & Littlefield
• Date d'édition: 1999
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0847696006
• ISBN 13: 9780847696000
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 608
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible