The Roots of Things : Topics in Quantum Mechanics /

Grometstein explains modern physics with enthusiasm, wit and insight. As he presents the usual milestones in the history of modern physics, his central focus is the historical debate regarding the nature of light: is it a particle or is it a wave? This book will be read by generations of students in...

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Main Author: Grometstein, Alan A.
Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Boston, MA : Springer US : Imprint : Springer, 1999.
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Summary:Grometstein explains modern physics with enthusiasm, wit and insight. As he presents the usual milestones in the history of modern physics, his central focus is the historical debate regarding the nature of light: is it a particle or is it a wave? This book will be read by generations of students in physical science who seek a well written discussion of these important issues. Grometstein includes material which is quite recent, thus making the present volume particularly useful.
Item Description:Electronic resource.
Physical Description:1 online resource (552 pages)
ISBN:9781461548775 (electronic bk.)
1461548772 (electronic bk.)