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The quantum adventure: does God play dice?
by ProQuest (Firm), Montwill, Alex, Breslin, Ann
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Type: Book
Quantum theory revolutionized physics at the beginning of the last century. Einstein was one of its originators, but as the implications of the theory emerged, he began to have doubts. Are the most basic physical processes based on probability? Is the Universe governed by chance…
Quantum theory revolutionized physics at the beginning of the last century. Einstein was one of its originators, but as the implications of the theory emerged, he began to have doubts. Are the most basic physical processes based on probability? Is the Universe governed by chance…
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Ch. 1. Prehistory - Isaac Newton -- ch. 2. Preparing for quantum mechanics -- ch. 3. The pre-quantum atom - a temporary solution -- ch. 4. Max Planck - the birth of the quantum adventure -- ch. 5. Light - wave or projectile? -- ch. 6. Einstein enters the scene -- ch. 7. Niels Bo…
The quantum adventure: does god play dice?
by ProQuest (Firm), Montwill, Alex, Breslin, Ann
0
Type: Book
Quantum theory revolutionized physics at the beginning of the last century. Einstein was one of its originators, but as the implications of the theory emerged, he began to have doubts. Are the most basic physical processes based on probability? Is the Universe governed by chance…
This title deals with the birth and growth of quantum mechanics. It explains the 'classical dilemma' which faced physics at the start of the 20th century and goes on to show how quantum mechanics emerged and flourished.