Introduction to the Physics of the Cryosphere (Sandells Melody)(Paperback)

Introduction to the Physics of the Cryosphere (Sandells Melody)(Paperback)

Introduction to the Physics of the Cryosphere is intended for graduates with a numerical sciences background, particularly those who are heading towards postgraduate study or are generally interested in environmental physics. Conservation equations underpin the physics encompassed in this book,

Astrophysics: A Very Short Introduction (Binney James)(Paperback)

Astrophysics is the physics of the stars, and more widely the physics of the Universe. It enables us to understand the structure and evolution of planetary systems, stars, galaxies, interstellar gas, and the cosmos as a whole. In this Very Short Introduction, the leading astrophysicist James Binney

The Cryosphere (Marshall Shawn J.)(Paperback)

The cryosphere encompasses the Earth's snow and ice masses. It is a critical part of our planet's climate system, one that is especially at risk from climate change and global warming. The Cryosphere provides an essential introduction to the subject, written by one of the world's leading experts in

Physics: A Very Short Introduction (Perkowitz Sidney)(Paperback)

Physics, the fundamental science of matter and energy, encompasses all levels of nature from the subatomic to the cosmic, and underlies much of the technology around us. Understanding the physics of our universe is an essential aspect of humanity's quest to understand our environment and our place

The Ideas of Particle Physics (Dodd James E.)(Paperback)

This book is a comprehensive introduction to particle physics, bridging the gap between traditional textbooks on the subject and popular accounts that assume little background knowledge. This fourth edition is fully revised, including the most recent ideas and discoveries, and the latest avenues of

The Physics of Energy (Jaffe Robert L.)(Pevná vazba)

The Physics of Energy provides a comprehensive and systematic introduction to the scientific principles governing energy sources, uses, and systems. This definitive textbook traces the flow of energy from sources such as solar power, nuclear power, wind power, water power, and fossil fuels through

The History of Physics: A Very Short Introduction (Heilbron J. L.)(Paperback)

How does the physics we know today - a highly professionalized enterprise, inextricably linked to government and industry - link back to its origins as a liberal art in Ancient Greece? What is the path that leads from the old philosophy of nature and its concern with humankind's place in the

Introduction to Nuclear and Particle Physics (2nd Edition) (Das Ashok)(Paperback)

The original edition of Introduction to Nuclear and Particle Physics was used with great success for single-semester courses on nuclear and particle physics offered by American and Canadian universities at the undergraduate level. It was also translated into German, and used overseas. Being less

Philosophy of Physics: A Very Short Introduction (Wallace David)(Paperback)

Very Short Introductions: Brilliant, Sharp, Inspiring Philosophy of physics is concerned with the deepest theories of modern physics--notably quantum theory, our theories of space, time and symmetry, and thermal physics--and their strange, even bizarre conceptual implications. A deeper

An Introduction to Thermal Physics (Schroeder Daniel V.)(Paperback)

Thermal physics deals with collections of large numbers of particles - typically 10 to the 23rd power or so. Examples include the air in a balloon, the water in a lake, the electrons in a chunk of metal, and the photons given off by the sun. We can't possibly follow every detail of the motionsof so

Musimathics, Volume 2: The Mathematical Foundations of Music (Loy Gareth)(Paperback)

The second volume of a commonsense, self-contained introduction to the mathematics and physics of music, focusing on the digital and computational domain; essential reading for musicians, music engineers, and anyone interested in the intersection of art and science.Volume 2 of Musimathics continues

Understanding Solids: The Science of Materials (Tilley Richard J. D.)(Paperback)

The second edition of a modern introduction to the chemistry and physics of solids. This textbook takes a unique integrated approach designed to appeal to both science and engineering students. Review of 1st edition 'an extremely wide-ranging, useful book that is accessible to anyone with a firm

Geophysics: A Very Short Introduction (Lowrie William)(Paperback)

Geophysics is the physics of the Earth. Central to the Earth Sciences today, it encompasses areas such as seismology, volcanism, plate tectonics, gravitational anomalies, and the Earth's magnetic field (present and past, as captured in rocks), all of which give clues to both the structure and the

Nuclear Physics: A Very Short Introduction (Close Frank)(Paperback)

Nuclear physics began long before the identification of fundamental particles, with J. J. Thomson's discovery of the electron at the end of the 19th century, which implied the existence of a positive charge in the atom to make it neutral. In this Very Short Introduction Frank Close gives an account

Classical Mechanics and Electrodynamics (Leinaas Jon Magne)(Paperback)

The book gives a general introduction to classical theoretical physics, in the fields of mechanics, relativity and electromagnetism. It is analytical in approach and detailed in the derivations of physical consequences from the fundamental principles in each of the fields. The book is aimed at

Introduction to Plasma Physics and Controlled Fusion (Chen Francis)(Pevná vazba)

This complete introduction to plasma physics and controlled fusion by one of the pioneering scientists in this expanding field offers both a simple and intuitive discussion of the basic concepts of this subject and an insight into the challenging problems of current research. In a wholly lucid

Introduction to Special Relativity (Smith James H.)(Paperback)

By the year 1900, most of physics seemed to be encompassed in the two great theories of Newtonian mechanics and Maxwell's theory of electromagnetism. Unfortunately, there were inconsistencies between the two theories that seemed irreconcilable. Although many physicists struggled with the problem,

50 Physics Ideas You Really Need to Know (Baker Joanne)(Pevná vazba)

The perfect introduction to the central ideas of physics in 50 concise

Introduction to Biological Physics for the Health and Life Sciences (Franklin Kirsten)(Paperback)

A Student's Guide to Atomic Physics (Fox Mark)(Paperback)

This concise and accessible book provides a detailed introduction to the fundamental principles of atomic physics at an undergraduate level. Concepts are explained in an intuitive way and the book assumes only a basic knowledge of quantum mechanics and electromagnetism. With a compact format

Storm in a Teacup: The Physics of Everyday Life (Czerski Helen)(Paperback)

Storm in a Teacup is Helen Czerski's lively, entertaining, and richly informed introduction to the world of physics. Czerski provides the tools to alter the way we see everything around us by linking ordinary objects and occurrences, like popcorn popping, coffee stains, and fridge magnets, to big

The Oxford Handbook of the History of Physics (Buchwald Jed Z.)(Paperback)

Philosophy of Physics: Quantum Theory (Maudlin Tim)(Pevná vazba)

A sophisticated and original introduction to the philosophy of quantum mechanics from one of the world's leading philosophers of physicsIn this book, Tim Maudlin, one of the world's leading philosophers of physics, offers a sophisticated, original introduction to the philosophy of quantum

The Physics Book: Big Ideas Simply Explained - Dorling Kindersley

Explore the laws and theories of physics in this accessible introduction to the forces that shape our Universe, our planet, and our everyday lives.Using a bold, graphic-led approach The Physics Book sets out more than 80 key concepts and discoveries that have defined the subject and influenced our