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Though so many aspects of our daily lives are influenced by science in action, few of us understand the physical and chemical processes at work. Written for everyone who has asked how the events they see around them actually take place--and why they occur--The Physical World offers an immensely readable, up-to-date, and entertaining survey of scientific knowledge. Using clear, informative, "how-it-works" diagrams, and full-color illustrations, it describes the processes that underlie a vast range of phenomena, from microscope photographs to industrial disasters.Couched in a clear, lively style, The Physical World makes even arcane subjects like quantum theory, particle physics, nuclear fission, and radiation accessible to the layperson. Especially timely, this volume also covers such current topics as semi-conductors, explaining the theory behind them while providing insight into the future applications that will affect our everyday lives. And throughout, the explanations of the scientific processes behind such common products as cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, plastics, glass, and paints bring the importance of science home to readers.In a world increasingly dependant on modern science, it is essential that we understand more of how it works. The Physical World, in non-technical, non-mathematical language, offers an essential guide to the familiar, and frequently puzzling, realities around us, and is a first step toward a more scientifically literate society.
This book investigates the fundamental physical and chemical processes that govern the phenomena of our daily lives. Authors Christine Sutton and Martin Sherwood utilize their backgrounds in scientific communication to demystify complex topics for the layperson. By stripping away dense mathematical jargon, they provide a conceptual framework that connects abstract scientific theory to tangible, everyday objects and industrial applications.
What You Will Find
Experts and readers frequently highlight this text as a successful bridge between academic scientific principles and general public understanding. The prose is noted for its accessibility, making it a useful resource for those seeking a foundational grasp of physical sciences without requiring a background in higher mathematics.
Page Count:
256
Publication Date:
1991-09-12
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0195208498
ISBN-13:
9780195208498
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