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Author:
Peacock, Kent A., 1952-
Title:
The quantum revolution : a historical perspective / Kent A. Peacock.
Publisher:
Greenwood Press,
Copyright Date:
2008
Description:
xviii, 220 p. : ill. ; 26 cm.
Subject:
Quantum theory--History--Popular works.
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references (p. [195]-212) and index.
Contents:
The twilight of certainty -- Einstein and light -- The Bohr atom and old quantum theory -- Uncertain synthesis -- Dualities -- Elements of physical reality -- Creation and annihilation -- Quantum mechanics goes to work -- Symmetries and resonances -- "The most profound discovery of science" -- Bits, qubits, and the ultimate computer -- Unfinished. business.
Series:
Greenwood guides to great ideas in science, 1559-5374
ISBN:
031333448X (alk. paper)
9780313334481 (alk. paper) :
OCLC:
(OCoLC)173368682
LCCN:
2007039786
Locations:
USUX851 -- Iowa State University - Parks Library (Ames)
IBAX173 -- North Iowa Area Community College Library (Mason City)
GDPF771 -- Urbandale Public Library (Urbandale)

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