Brian Clegg
Gravity
- ISBN 13:
- 9780715644072
- author:
- Brian Clegg
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Gerald Duckworth & Co Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 336
- Dimensions:
- 13.2 x 2.2 x 19.8 cm
- Genre:
- Science & Nature, Physics, Gravity
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Gravity: Why What Goes up Must Come Down By Brian Clegg The force that governs our daily lives is also one of the most mysterious. Newton's groundbreaking work on gravity laid the foundation for our understanding, but it was Einstein who revealed its true nature with his revolutionary General Relativity. This complex theory shows how matter warps space and time, explaining not only the force of gravity itself, but also its four separate components. Gravity's influence extends far beyond the realm of physics, affecting everything from the motion of objects to the passage of time. The strange phenomenon of anti-gravity and the unexpected equality of a ball and a laser beam falling at the same rate are just two examples of the fascinating ways gravity shapes our world. This book delves into the intricacies of gravity, exploring its history, principles, and impact on our understanding of the universe. By examining the latest research and discoveries in the field, Clegg provides a comprehensive and accessible introduction to this fundamental force.
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