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Great Ideas in Physics

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What does it mean to say that time and space are relative? How can an electron be in two places at once? For anyone who wants a basic understanding of the physical processes that define the universe, Lightman provides the perfect introduction in Great Ideas in Physics. In addition to explaining physics, he brings in relevant passages from philosophy and literature to demonstrate how these great ideas have impacted the world of thought.

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Great Ideas in Physics, Alan Lightman

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1992
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Title
Great Ideas in Physics
Language
English
Publisher
McGraw-Hill
Released
1992
Format
Hardcover
Pages
250
ISBN10
0070379351
ISBN13
9780070379350
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What does it mean to say that time and space are relative? How can an electron be in two places at once? For anyone who wants a basic understanding of the physical processes that define the universe, Lightman provides the perfect introduction in Great Ideas in Physics. In addition to explaining physics, he brings in relevant passages from philosophy and literature to demonstrate how these great ideas have impacted the world of thought.