In Search of Schrodinger's Cat: Quantum Physics and Reality

by Gribbin, John
ISBN: 9780553342536
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Quantum theory is so shocking that Einstein could not bring himself to accept it. It is so important that it provides the fundamental underpinning of all modern sciences. Without it, we'd have no nuclear power or nuclear weapons, no TV, no computers, no science of molecular biology, no understanding of DNA, no genetic engineering. In Search of Schrodinger's Cat tells the complete story of quantum mechanics, a truth stranger than any fiction. John Gribbin takes us step by step into an ever more bizarre and fascinating place, requiring only that we approach it with an open mind. He introduces the scientists who developed quantum theory. He investigates the atom, radiation, time travel, the birth of the universe, superconductors and life itself. And in a world full of its own delights, mysteries and surprises, he searches for Schrodinger's Cat - a search for quantum reality - as he brings every reader to a clear understanding of the most important area of scientific study today - quantum physics. In Search of Schrodinger's Cat is a fascinating and delightful introduction to the strange world of the quantum - an essential element in understanding today's world.
  • Format: Trade Paperback
  • Author: Gribbin, John
  • ISBN: 9780553342536
  • Condition: Used
  • Dimensions: 8.25 x 0.96
  • Number Of Pages: 302
  • Publication Year: 1984

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  • Kept my attention and helped me understand a confusing but fascinating topic

    Aisha T. - 5 years 10 months ago

    Books about quantum theory can tend to be dry and/or confusing, but In Search of Schrodinger's Cat kept my attention while explaining concepts in ways that made them easier to understand. I felt like this book helped me grasp some concepts better than I had before, which is about as much as you can expect when you're dealing with a subject as strange as quantum! Overall, it was well-written, and I would definitely recommend it to anyone interested in quantum. #SummerReading