Quantum Physics

A Beginner's Guide

Alistair I. M. Rae

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English

One World
12 May 2010

Mathematics & Sciences; Quantum physics (quantum mechanics & quantum field theory)

Series: Beginner's Guides

From quarks to computing, this fascinating introduction covers every element of the quantum world in clear and accessible language. Drawing on a wealth of expertise to explain just what a fascinating field quantum physics is, Rae points out that it is not simply a maze of technical jargon and philosophical ideas, but a reality which affects our daily lives.

By: Alistair I. M. Rae
Imprint: One World
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 198mm, Width: 129mm, Spine: 17mm
Weight: 272g
ISBN: 9781851683697
ISBN 10: 1851683690
Series: Beginner's Guides
Pages: 240
Publication Date: 12 May 2010
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

1. Quantum physics is not rocket science 2. Waves and particles 3. power from the quantum 4. metals and insulators 5. semiconductors and computor chips 6. superconductivity 7. Spic doctoring 8. what does it all mean? 9. conclusions

Alastair Rae is editor of The European Journal of Physics and was until his recent retirement, Reader in Quantum Physics at the University of Birmingham. His Quantum Mechanics, now in its second edition, has become a standard undergraduate text on the subject, and his book on the philosophical implications of quantum theory, Quantum Physics: Illusion or Reality?, is in its fourth edition and has been translated into six different languages.

Reviews for Quantum Physics: A Beginner's Guide

"""An accessible introduction to the field and assumes no prior knowledge; A comprehensive and up to date review."" * Scientific and Medical Network *"