Physics: Decade by Decade (Twentieth-Century Science) (Hardcover)

by Alfred B. Bortz (Author), Fred Bortz (Author)

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The 20th century marked a time in physics that raised more questions than answers. Although physicists expected to spend this century refining their previous theories and making the critical measurements needed to complete the tapestry of their science, the 20th century was spent redefining almost everything people thought they understood about matter and energy, space and time, and waves and particles. Documenting the exciting depth of this field, "Physics: Decade by Decade" explores the progression of this science as it developed throughout the 20th century. Readers will see separate threads of physics developing and coming together in surprising ways - and realize the value of adopting a physicist's way of approaching the universe and thinking in terms of unification.

Product Details

• Reading level: Young Adult
  
• Hardcover: 263 pages
• Publisher: Facts on File; 1 edition (June 1, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0816055327
• ISBN-13: 978-0816055326
• Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 7.5 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #2,687,238 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A great book for Harry Potter fans, August 1, 2007

By	Bill Jones (New York) - See all my reviews

I bought this book for my 16-year-old niece who is more of the literary type but who also likes knowing the big ideas of science. I was expecting the usual "Physics Is Phun" sillyspeak, but to my pleasant surprise, Dr. Bortz struck the perfect balance of sharing the facts of our fascinating world without sounding frivolous. My niece agreed.