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Einstein’s Relativity and the Quantum Revolution: Modern Physics for Non-Scientists, 2nd Edition, Relativity And amount Physics Touch the fundamentals of physical reality, changing our usual notions of space and time, cause and effect. Both are known for their complexity. But the basic ideas behind relativity and quantum physics are, in fact, simple and understandable to anyone. As Professor Wolfson explains, the essence of relativity can be summarized in one sentence: the laws of physics are the same for all observers with the same speed. The same applies to quantum theory, which is based on the principle that the “stuff” of the universe – matter and energy – is not infinitely divisible but comes in discrete pieces, called “quanta.” Why Needed You Do you care about these landmark theories? Because relativity and quantum physics are not only profound and beautiful ideas in their own right, but they are also the gateway to understanding many of the latest science stories in the media. These are stories about time travel, string theory, black holes, space telescopes, particle accelerators and other cutting-edge developments.
Professor Wolfson Begins with a brief overview of the theories of physical reality beginning with Aristotle and culminating in Newtonian or “classical” physics. He then outlines the reasoning that led to Einstein’s theory of special relativity, and the simple but far-reaching insights on which it is based. with With that insight in mind, you move on to consider Einstein’s theory of general relativity and the explanation of gravity in terms of the curvature of space and time. Professor Wolfson then shows how investigations of matter at the atomic and subatomic scale led to perplexities that have been resolved – or at least clarified – by quantum mechanics, a vision of physical reality so at odds with our experience that it almost defies language. Bring in Relativity and quantum mechanics in a single picture leads to hypotheses about the origin, evolution, and possible future of the entire universe, and the possibility that physics can generate a “theory of everything” for all aspects of the physical world.
What you will learn
- In it Of course, Professor Wolfson uses extensive illustrations and diagrams to help bring to life the theories and concepts he discusses. Thus we highly recommend our DVD version, although Professor Wolfson is mindful of our audio students and carefully describes the visual material in his lectures.
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- A it appears to be The absurd result of quantum mechanics, called “quantum tunneling,” makes it possible for objects to materialize through impenetrable barriers. Quantum tunneling happens all the time on the subatomic scale and plays a vital role in electronic devices and the nuclear processes that keep the sun shining.
Einstein’s Relativity and the Uniqueness of the Quantum Revolution: Modern Physics for Non-Scientists, Second Edition
Einstein’s Relativity and the Contents of the Quantum Revolution: Modern Physics for Non-Scientists, Second Edition
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