The textbook introduces students to basic geometric concepts, such as metrics, connections and curvature, before examining general relativity in more detail. It shows the observational evidence supporting the theory, and the description general relativity provides of black holes and cosmological spacetimes. --
The Restless Universe' presents a fascinating overview of the 'big ideas' that have shaped the world of physics from the time of Copernicus to the present day. Main developments covered include the mechanical universe, thermodynamics, electromagnetism and the concept of fields, relativity and quantum mechanics. As well as theories of scientific discovery, the book features rare biographical insights into the lives of leading physicists and the impact their ideas have on how we live.
Currently, science fiction in all its forms is enjoying enormous popular interest. There can be no doubt that science fiction books and films have great influence on the public view of science and scientists. Close Encounters? examines the historical development of science fiction as a genre in books and films, tracing its roots, examining its most common ideas, exploring its relationship to "real" science, and attempting to assess its cultural impact. Discussion focuses on major themes such as time travel, politics, religion, ecology, and disasters. The authors consider the science in science fiction, the images of scientists that science fiction conveys, and some of the political, religious, and social motifs prominent in science fiction. They also discuss pseudo-science and its growing influence on the public perception of science. This fascinating, thought-provoking study should be read by all those interested in how the nature of science and its role in our society is portrayed in science fiction.
Describing Motion: The Physical World provides the quantitative description of a variety of physically important motions. Starting with simple examples of motion along a line, the book introduces key concepts, such as position, velocity, and acceleration, using the fundamental rules of differential calculus. Topics include the free-fall motion of m
Predicting Motion presents the core ideas of Newtonian mechanics, starting from Newton's laws and the idea that changes in motion are predictable given the forces that cause them. Richly illustrated with questions and answers for self-assessment, it carefully introduces concepts, such as kinetics and potential energy, linear momentum, torque (the r
This volume contains a classic article on the various different varieties of, with information on their natural history, benefits, drawbacks, and other related aspects. With a wealth of interesting information and useful tips for producers, this book constitutes a must-read for those with a serious interest in apple production, and is not to be missed by collectors. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly rare and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on growing fruit.
A stimulating and accessible introduction to astronomy for students of astronomy or physics and the general science reader. This book is illustrated in full colour throughout and includes satellite photographs, many of them taken by NASA. It also provides the reader with star maps.
This antiquarian book contains a comprehensive guide to growing apples for commercial purposes, with information on the industry, setting up an orchard, equipment and tools needed, and much more. This detailed and accessible guide will be of considerable utility to anyone with an interest in producing apples, and is not to be missed by the discerning collector of such literature. Although old, much of the information contained herein is timeless, and will be of considerable service to modern readers. The chapters of this book include: 'The Industry', 'The Trees', 'Designing an Apple Plantation', 'Planting and Equipping an Orchard', 'Orchard Management', 'The Apple Harvest: Fruit Quality and Marketing', 'A Few Old Trees', 'A Year's Work', etcetera. This book is being republished now in an affordable, modern edition - complete with a new introduction to fruit growing.
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