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Does God Play Dice?: The Mathematics of Chaos,Used
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Does God Play Dice?Yes. But How? Einstein did not believe that 'God Plays Dice'. He laid the foundations for today's thinking that the universe is goverened by the immutable laws of physics there is no room for chance.But these foundations may be built on sand. The new science of chaos is forcing scientists to rethink even the most fundamental ideas about the way in which the universe behaves. Chaos thoery has already shown that the systems obeying precise laws can nevertheless act in a random manner. Perhaps God does play dice, within a cosmic game of complete law and order.Does God Play Dice? explains the astonishing new theories of systems that obey simple laws but which are neither constant nor predictable. Ian Stewart reveals a strange universe. A universe in which nothing may be as it seems, where familiar geometrical shapes such as circles and ellipses give way to infinitely complex structures known as 'fractals'. He explains how the fluttering of a butterfly's wings can change the weather and how the gravitational attraction of a creature in a distant galaxy can change the fate of the solar system.In terms that anyone can understand Does God Play Dice? tells the story of this entirely new science and the implications chaos has for notions of predictability and the verification of scientific theories.Chaos is a whole new world of ideas and possibilities, a new kind of matementics, a fundamental insight into nature itself, and it brings us closer to an understanding of literally everything.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'Does God Play Dice?: The Mathematics of Chaos'? A: The book explores the concept of chaos theory, discussing how systems governed by precise laws can exhibit unpredictable behavior, challenging traditional views of determinism in the universe.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Ian Stewart, a well-known mathematician and popular science writer.
- Q: What are the key features of this book? A: The book is a used paperback in good condition, with 360 pages that provide an accessible overview of chaos theory and its implications.
- Q: When was 'Does God Play Dice?' published? A: The book was published on January 16, 1991.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone without a mathematics background? A: Yes, the book is written in terms that are easy to understand, making it suitable for readers with no formal mathematics background.
- Q: What topics does the book cover related to chaos theory? A: It discusses various concepts like fractals, the butterfly effect, and how small changes in complex systems can lead to significant outcomes.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The item is listed as being in mint condition, indicating it has been well-preserved.
- Q: Does the book discuss the philosophical implications of chaos theory? A: Yes, it delves into the philosophical questions raised by chaos theory regarding predictability and the nature of scientific theories.
- Q: How does 'Does God Play Dice?' relate to Einstein's views? A: The book references Einstein's skepticism about randomness in the universe, contrasting it with modern chaos theory which suggests that unpredictability exists even in deterministic systems.
- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: The book falls under the genre of History & Philosophy, specifically focusing on the philosophy of science and mathematics.