Carroll, Sean
Quanta and Fields: The Biggest Ideas in the Universe
- ISBN 13:
- 9780593186602
- author:
- Carroll, Sean
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Dutton
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 304
- Dimensions:
- 21.3 x 14 x 3.3 centimetres (0.3
- Genre:
- Science, Physics, Quantum Theory,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Quanta and Fields: The Biggest Ideas in the Universe Explore the fundamental nature of reality with Sean Carroll's latest book, Quanta and Fields. This comprehensive guide delves into the bare mathematical essence of modern physics, revealing the secrets behind the universe's most profound theories. By cutting through analogies and getting to the heart of the matter, Carroll explains complex concepts in an accessible way, making it easier to understand the world around us. From the basics of quantum mechanics to the world made of fields, Carroll explains why matter is solid, why there is antimatter, and how the predictions of quantum field theory are so successful. He also delves into fundamental ideas like spin, symmetry, Feynman diagrams, and the Higgs mechanism, providing a clear and concise understanding of these key concepts. By shedding light on the underlying truth about the universe, Quanta and Fields offers a fresh perspective on the nature of reality, moving beyond intuitive notions and familiar concepts to reveal a profound understanding of the world we inhabit.
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