Relativity and Quantum Mechanics: Principles of Modern Physics

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Format: Hardcover
Pub. Date: 2001-05-01
Publisher(s): Lerner Pub Group
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Summary

Through descriptions of great discoveries, simple,experiments and easy-to-understand definitions and,explanations, this remarkable new series,introduces extraordinary scientists and reveals,the secrets of our universe. in this volume, young,readers will learn the basic principles of modern,physics in a fun and exciting way. Ages 11-16.

Table of Contents

Introduction: What Is a Natural Law? 6(4)
Relativity
10(11)
Quantum Mechanics
21(14)
Conservation of Mass/Energy
35(6)
The Uncertainty Principle
41(7)
Timeline 48(2)
Biographies of Scientists 50(8)
For Further Reading 58(2)
Selected Bibliography 60(1)
Glossary 61(1)
Index 62(2)
About the Author 64

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