Quantum Physics: From Matter Waves to Supersymmetry

by Dr Sten Odenwald

Discover the astounding science of the subatomic world in this accessible guide to quantum physics, bringing remarkable clarity to some of the great mysteries of the universe.

NASA scientist and educator Sten Odenwald explores the weird and wonderful insights of quantum physics that have shaped our understanding of modern science. Featuring topics such as Schrodinger's cat, the wave-particle duality and the newly emerging theories of quantum gravity, Quantum Physics provides an essential introduction to this cutting-edge science. It also presents the personalities behind these discoveries, such as Max Planck, Neils Bohr, Werner Heisenberg, Richard Feynman and many more.


• String theory
• Antimatter
• The double-slit experiment
• Supersymmetry

Presented with diagrams, illustrations and simple summary sections at the end of each chapter, this new fascinating guide demystifies this crucial subject and makes it accessible to everyone.

240 pages, Paperback

Published March 5, 2024

Reviews

[Arndis · Rating 4 out of 5]

Ég var alveg í smá tíma að lesa þessa enda er bakgrunnur minn í eðlisfræði frekar stuttur. Ég hef sjaldan sagt jafn oft huh? en líka huh. yfir einni bók. Ég myndi segja að mikill áhugi á eðlisfræði sé mjög mikilvægur áður en maður leggur í svona ferðalag en mér fannst þetta mjög skemmtilegt. Þá sérstaklega þegar farið var yfir hvern eðlisfræðing fyrir sig og gefinn smá bakgrunnur frá þeirra lífi. Suma þekkti ég, suma hafði ég aldrei heyrt um. Skemmtilegust er samt ein af fáu konunum sem er nefnd í þessari bók, Emmy Noether, what an icon.

Og já, Albert Einstein var virkilega that girl.