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Set in the early 1900s, the narrative explores Ludwig Boltzmann's relentless struggle to gain acceptance for atomic theory amidst widespread skepticism from the scientific community. Over four decades, he faced opposition from philosophers and the establishment while grappling with personal challenges. His eventual triumph paved the way for groundbreaking advancements in physics, marking the onset of the atomic century and influencing significant scientific achievements that followed.
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Boltzmanns Atom, David Lindley
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- Released
- 2016
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- Title
- Boltzmanns Atom
- Subtitle
- The Great Debate That Launched a Revolution in Physics
- Language
- English
- Authors
- David Lindley
- Publisher
- Free Press
- Released
- 2016
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 274
- ISBN13
- 9781501142444
- Category
- Nature in general
- Description
- Set in the early 1900s, the narrative explores Ludwig Boltzmann's relentless struggle to gain acceptance for atomic theory amidst widespread skepticism from the scientific community. Over four decades, he faced opposition from philosophers and the establishment while grappling with personal challenges. His eventual triumph paved the way for groundbreaking advancements in physics, marking the onset of the atomic century and influencing significant scientific achievements that followed.