Eberhart, Mark E.
Why Things Break: Understanding the World by the Way It Comes Apart
- ISBN 13:
- 9781400048830
- author:
- Eberhart, Mark E.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Three Rivers Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2004
- Pages:
- 272
- Dimensions:
- 132 mm X 202 mm
- Genre:
- Popular science
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Things fall apart in unexpected ways. From the fragility of glass dinnerware to the resilience of football teams, understanding why things break is crucial to everyday life. Mark Eberhart explores the fascinating world of materials science, revealing how our knowledge of splitting atoms far surpasses our understanding of breaking glass. As a chemistry professor, Eberhart's curiosity about the fundamental properties of the physical world led him to ponder the mysteries of fracture and failure. In this remarkable book, he delves into the cutting-edge science behind everything from the explosion of the space shuttle Challenger to the crashing of your hard drive. By examining the cracks, clefts, fissures, and faults that govern our world, Eberhart sheds light on a vital area of modern life that is both provocative and illuminating.
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