| Niels Bohr: Atomic Theorist Revised Edition Contributor(s): Spangenburg, Ray (Author), Moser, Diane Kit (Author) |
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ISBN: 0816061785 ISBN-13: 9780816061785 Publisher: Chelsea House Publications OUR PRICE: $34.65 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: May 2008 Annotation: Niels Bohr, Revised Edition delves into the life and work of the founder of the modern atomic theory, highlighting his research on the atom and its structure, the subsequent development of the nuclear age, and his efforts to use his influence to promote peace. This revised edition offers new sidebars on subjects of interest, including the tools of physics, biographical profiles, and the recent play and film Copenhagen, which has raised ethical concerns surrounding the relationship between science and society during wartime. Additionally, a new final chapter looks at string theory, the hypothesis that attempts to solve the universal paradoxes that have puzzled so many since Bohr's time. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Science & Nature - General (see Also Headings Under Animals Or Technology) - Juvenile Nonfiction | Biography & Autobiography - General |
| Dewey: B |
| LCCN: 2008001196 |
| Series: Makers of Modern Science |
| Physical Information: 0.62" H x 6.37" W x 8.88" (0.84 lbs) 141 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Delves into the life and work of Niels Bohr, founder of the modern atomic theory. This work highlights his research on the atom and its structure, the subsequent development of the nuclear age and his efforts to use his influence to promote peace. It offers sidebars on subjects of interest, including the tools of physics and biographical profiles. |