String Theory for Dummies

Unravel the secrets of the universe and untangle cutting-edge physics Yes, you actually can understand quantum physics!...
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Author: Andrew Zimmerman Jones
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String Theory for Dummies by Jones, Andrew Zimmerman

String Theory for Dummies

$64.69

String Theory for Dummies

$64.69
Author: Andrew Zimmerman Jones
Format: Paperback
Language: English

Unravel the secrets of the universe and untangle cutting-edge physics

Yes, you actually can understand quantum physics! String Theory For Dummies is a beginner's guide, and we make it fun to find out about the all the recent trends and theories in physics, including the basics of string theory, with friendly explanations. Build a foundation of physics knowledge, understand the various string theories and the math behind them, and hear what the opponents to string theory have to say. It's an exciting time to be alive in advanced physics, and this updated edition covers what's new in the string world--the Large Hadron Collider, the Higgs Boson, gravitational waves, and lots of other big headlines. Unleash your inner armchair physicist with String Theory For Dummies.

  • Brush up on the basics of physics and the approachable math needed to understand string theory
  • Meet the scientists who discovered string theory and continue to make waves (and particles) in the physics world
  • Understand what it's all about with real-world examples and explanations
  • Learn why string theory is called "The Theory of Everything"--and what it means for technology and the future

Aspiring scientists or life-long learners will both be able to gain valuable information from this book. This accessible intro into string theory is for the theorists inside anyone.



Author: Andrew Zimmerman Jones, Alessandro Sfondrini
Publisher: For Dummies
Published: 07/26/2022
Pages: 400
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.22lbs
Size: 9.18h x 7.42w x 0.89d
ISBN: 9781119888970

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