Synopses & Reviews
A pictorial account of the fascinating world of subatomic particles. General readers will be able to understand and appreciate this interesting survey of quantum mechanics, a theory that preceded such diverse developments as the silicon chip, laser optics and the nuclear industry.
Review
"...this is an exceptionally successful popularization for the many readers who love science for its wonders..." Physics Today"The Quantum Universe is beautifully and prolifically illustrated...Hey and Walter's presentation of quantum physics includes a rich mix of history, basic physical ideas, and a dazzling range of applications that should appeal to a wide audience." Sky and Telescope
Synopsis
The Quantum Universe is the first popular book to give a non-mathematical pictorial account of quantum physics.
Table of Contents
Preface; Prologue; Route map; 1. Waves versus particles; 2. Heisenberg and uncertainty; 3. Schrödinger and matter waves; 4. Atoms and nuclei; 5. Quantum tunnelling; 6. Pauli and the elements; 7. Death of a star; 8. Quantum co-operation and superfluids; 9. Feynman rules; 10. Weak photons and strong glue; Appendices; Epilogue; Glossary; Suggestions for further reading; Photo-credits; Subject index; Names index.