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From Quarks To Black Holes Interviewing The Universe
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This Book Presents A Series Of Delightful Interviews In Which Natural Objects Such As An Electron, A Black Hole, A Galaxy, And Even The Vacuum Itself, Reveal Their Innermost Secrets Not Only What They Are But Also How They Feel. A Hydrogen Atom Tells Us About Quantum Mechanics And Why We Live In A Nondeterministic World; A Black Hole Explains Curved Space And Naked Singularities; And A Uranium Atom Talks Of Its Life On A Meteor, Its Tremendous Collision With Earth, And Properties Of Radioactivity All While Grappling With Its Own Mortality. A Neutron Star Gives A Personal Account Of Its Creation And Goes On To Discuss Quasars And Other Extraordinary Astronomical Objects, While An Iron Atom Describes Its Birth In A Remote Supernova Explosion And Its Series Of Adventures On Earth, From Its Early Use In Wrought Iron Processes To Its Time In A Human Body, And Then To Its Latest Misadventures.The Book Discusses Many Fundamental Issues In Physics And, At Times, Examines The Philosophical And Moral Issues Of Society. For Example, The Interview With The Quark Reveals The Nature Of Color Gauge Symmetry, Which Is Interwoven With A Discussion On Truth And Beauty, And Shows How These Concepts Play An Integral Part In Physics And Nature, While The Uranium Atom Expresses Its Horror Of The Development And Use Of The Atomic Bomb.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'FROM QUARKS TO BLACK HOLES - INTERVIEWING THE UNIVERSE'? A: The book explores fundamental concepts in physics through a series of imaginative interviews with natural objects like electrons, black holes, and atoms, discussing their nature and experiences.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'FROM QUARKS TO BLACK HOLES - INTERVIEWING THE UNIVERSE' is Richard T. Hammond.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: This book was published on September 24, 2001.
- Q: What is the format of 'FROM QUARKS TO BLACK HOLES'? A: The book is available in hardcover format.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 188 pages.
- Q: What are some key themes discussed in the book? A: Key themes include quantum mechanics, the nature of reality, philosophical implications of physics, and moral issues related to scientific advancements.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers with no background in physics? A: Yes, the book is written in a conversational style, making complex topics accessible to readers without a strong background in physics.
- Q: Does the book address any historical events related to physics? A: Yes, it discusses historical events such as the development and use of the atomic bomb, as seen through the perspective of a uranium atom.
- Q: What unique perspective does the book offer on astronomical objects? A: The book provides a unique perspective by personifying astronomical objects, allowing them to share their 'experiences' and insights about the universe.
- Q: Can 'FROM QUARKS TO BLACK HOLES' be used as a textbook for study? A: While it is not a traditional textbook, its engaging narrative and explanations can supplement learning for those interested in astrophysics and space science.