The physics book

"Using a bold, graphics-led approach, [this book] sets out more than 80 of the key concepts and discoveries that have defined the subject [of physics] and influenced our technology since the beginning of time. With the focus ... on unpacking the thought behind each theory--as well as exploring when...

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Other Authors: Still, Ben (Editor), Farndon, John (Contributor), Al-Khalili, Jim, 1962- (writer of foreword.)
Format: Books Print Book
Language:English
Published: New York, NY : DK, 2020.
Edition:First American edition.
Series:Big ideas simply explained.
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504 |a Includes bibliographical references and index. 
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