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Physics for future world leadersPhysics and Technology for Future Presidents contains the essential physics that students need in order to understand today's core science and technology issues, and to become the next generation of world leaders. From the physics of energy to climate change, and from spy technology to quantum computers, this is the only textbook to focus on the modern physics affecting the decisions of political leaders and CEOs and, consequently, the lives of every citizen. How practical are alternative energy sources? Can satellites really read license plates from space? What is the quantum physics behind iPods and supermarket scanners? And how much should we fear a terrorist nuke? This lively book empowers students possessing any level of scientific background with the tools they need to make informed decisions and to argue their views persuasively with anyoneexpert or otherwise.Based on Richard Muller's renowned course at Berkeley, the book explores critical physics topics: energy and power, atoms and heat, gravity and space, nuclei and radioactivity, chain reactions and atomic bombs, electricity and magnetism, waves, light, invisible light, climate change, quantum physics, and relativity. Muller engages readers through many intriguing examples, helpful facts to remember, a funtoread text, and an emphasis on realworld problems rather than mathematical computation. He includes chapter summaries, essay and discussion questions, Internet research topics, and handy tips for instructors to make the classroom experience more rewarding.Accessible and entertaining, Physics and Technology for Future Presidents gives students the scientific fluency they need to become wellrounded leaders in a world driven by science and technology.A restricted instructor's manual is available to teachers. Contact the publisher for more information.Leading universities that have adopted this book include: Harvard Purdue Rice University University of Chicago Sarah Lawrence College Notre Dame Wellesley Wesleyan University of Colorado Northwestern Washington University in St. Louis University of Illinois UrbanaChampaign Fordham University of Miami George Washington University
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- Q: What topics are covered in 'Physics and Technology for Future Presidents'? A: The book covers essential physics topics including energy and power, atoms and heat, gravity and space, radioactivity, electricity and magnetism, waves, climate change, quantum physics, and relativity.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Physics and Technology for Future Presidents' is Richard A. Muller, a renowned physicist and professor.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on May 2, 2010.
- Q: Is this book suitable for students without a strong background in science? A: Yes, the book is designed to be accessible for students possessing any level of scientific background, aiming to empower them to make informed decisions.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 536 pages.
- Q: Can this book be used in a classroom setting? A: Yes, it includes chapter summaries, discussion questions, and tips for instructors, making it suitable for classroom use.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as new, ensuring high quality for buyers.
- Q: What universities have adopted this textbook? A: Leading universities such as Harvard, Purdue, and the University of Chicago have adopted this book for their courses.
- Q: Is there an instructor's manual available? A: Yes, a restricted instructor's manual is available for teachers, and they can contact the publisher for more information.