The amazing story of quantum mechanics : a math-free exploration of the science that made our world
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| Location | Call Number | Status |
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| Gunnison High School - NONFICTION | 530.12 Kak | On Shelf |
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Format
Book
Physical Desc
8 sound discs (ca. 10 hr.) : digital ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Notes
General Note
Subtitle from container.
General Note
Unabridged.
General Note
Bonus material includes multimode CDs with over 30 figures and images.
Participants/Performers
Read by Peter Berkrot.
Description
Using illustrations and examples from science fiction pulp magazines and comic books, James Kakalios explains the fundamental principles of quantum mechanics that underlie the world today. He also shows how future breakthroughs will make possible ever more advanced medical diagnostic devices, and perhaps even power stations on the moon that can beam their power to Earth.
System Details
Enhanced compact disc.
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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Kakalios, J., & Berkrot, P. (2010). The amazing story of quantum mechanics: a math-free exploration of the science that made our world . Tantor Media.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Kakalios, James, 1958- and Peter. Berkrot. 2010. The Amazing Story of Quantum Mechanics: A Math-free Exploration of the Science That Made Our World. Tantor Media.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Kakalios, James, 1958- and Peter. Berkrot. The Amazing Story of Quantum Mechanics: A Math-free Exploration of the Science That Made Our World Tantor Media, 2010.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Kakalios, James, and Peter Berkrot. The Amazing Story of Quantum Mechanics: A Math-free Exploration of the Science That Made Our World Tantor Media, 2010.
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