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Quantum Theory

A Crash Course

Brian Clegg
Brian Clegg explores the development of quantum physics, explaining concepts such as the Many Worlds Interpretation, Schrödinger’s Cat and entanglement as well as its practical application in technology including lasers and MRI scanners. Part of the Crash Course series, the book contains 52 concise articles, each one offering an overview of a main concept and a closer look at a particular aspect of it. Also included are timelines of major events and biographies of leading figures in the field.
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Product information:
  • Publisher: Ivy
  • Year: 2019
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 160pp
  • Illustrated: Yes
  • Dimensions: 236x186mm
  • ISBN: 9781782408710
  • Condition: New
  • Weight: 0.6kg
Product code:
516020
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Quantum Theory: A Crash Course teaches you everything you need to know about this complex science, breaking it down into 52 digestible topics.

Part of the Crash Course series, the book is divided into four chapters, covering various aspects of the theory:

Its foundations and principles
Its probabalistic nature and concepts
The wide range of scientific interpretations
Its practical applications in our lives

Each chapter contains an overview, timeline and four biographies, followed by thirteen illustrated topics, each broken down into microscopic chunks. 'The Main Concept' explains the main concept of the subject, while 'Drill-Down' provides further detail or a different angle to enhance understanding. Finally, 'Matter' provides a fascinating or unusual fact. This is the perfect crash course for budding quantum theorists.

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