Zubairy, M. Suhail
A Mysterious Universe: Quantum Mechanics, Relativity, and Cosmology for Everyone
- ISBN 13:
- 9780198883067
- author:
- Zubairy, M. Suhail
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 368
- Dimensions:
- 21.6 x 13.8 centimetres (0.62 kg
- Genre:
- Science, Cosmology, Science,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
A Mysterious Universe introduces the fundamental laws of quantum mechanics, theory of relativity, and cosmology in simple language. This concise book explores deep issues related to modern physics.
Building on his previous work, Quantum Mechanics for Beginners, the author takes a step further by introducing these ideas to readers with no prior knowledge of physics or mathematics. Topics such as wave-particle duality, probabilistic nature of measurement, and the possibility of multiple universes are discussed in detail.
The book also delves into Einstein's special and general theories of relativity, their consequences, and their impact on cosmology, including the big bang model, black holes, dark matter, and dark energy. This comprehensive guide is intended for readers seeking to understand the universe's governing laws without prior background in physics or mathematics.
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