Physics: Giants standing at the forefront of science

Author: (USA) Catherine Coulombe
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Publish Date: 2007-01-01
Features: Physics is the foundation of other disciplines. Its concepts explain phenomena in many other fields, such as biology, chemistry, astronomy, and geophysics. Natural laws are impartial to living and non-living objects. A biophysicist might study the molecular structure of chromosomes to determine which wavelength of electromagnetic radiation it absorbs most effectively. A physical chemist, who researches the physical properties of compounds, might calculate the energy required for two atoms to form a bond. An astrophysicist considers the physical properties of celestial bodies. They might use spectroscopy to analyze the wavelengths emitted by stars, thereby determining the composition of the stars. This book comprehensively and meticulously records the great inventions of renowned physicists and the stories behind their successes, making it highly valuable for reading and collecting.