Particle Physics: A Very Short Introduction by Frank Close

Particle Physics: A Very Short Introduction
by Frank Close

Price: $11.95

ISBN: 0192804340

ISBN-13: 9780192804341

Data published: 2004

Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA

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In Particles: A Very Short Introduction, best-selling author Frank Close provides a compelling and lively introduction to the fundamental particles that make up the universe. The book begins with a guide to what matter is made up of and how it evolved, and goes on to describe the fascinating and cutting-edge techniques used to study it. The author discusses particles such as quarks, electrons, and the neutrino, and exotic matter and antimatter. He also investigates the forces of nature, accelerators and detectors, and the intriguing future of particle physics. This book is essential reading for general readers interested in popular science, students of physics, and scientists at all levels.

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Details of the Book: Particle Physics: A Very Short Introduction

Author: Frank Close

Number Of Pages: 160

Binding: Paperback

ISBN-10: 019855155X

ISBN-13: 9780192804341

Language: English

Amazon Sales Rank: 35963

Publication Date: 2004

Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA

Package Dimensions: 0.39 x 6.77 x 4.33 inches

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