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Atomic Physics and Human Knowledge by Niels Bohr

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Articles and speeches by the Nobel Prize–winning physicist, dating from 1934 to 1958, offer philosophical explorations of the relevance of atomic physics to many areas of human endeavor. 1961 edition.

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Atomic Physics and Human Knowledge by Niels Bohr

These articles and speeches by the Nobel Prize-winning physicist date from 1934 to 1958. Rather than expositions on quantum physics, the papers are philosophical in nature, exploring the relevance of atomic physics to many areas of human endeavor. Includes an essay in which Bohr and Einstein discuss quantum and wave equation theories. 1961 edition.

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Niels Bohr (1865-1962), a Danish scientist, was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1922 for his contributions to the understanding of atomic structure and quantum mechanics. Bohr was a key member of the team of scientists that worked on the Manhattan Project and later campaigned for the use of nuclear energy for peaceful purposes.

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ISBN 13 9780486479286
ISBN 10 0486479285
Title Atomic Physics and Human Knowledge
Author Niels Bohr
Series Dover Books On Physics Ser
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Dover Publications Inc.
Year published 2011-01-28
Number of pages 112
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