Theoretical Concepts in Physics
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This original and integrated approach to theoretical reasoning in physics illuminates the subject from the perspective of real physics as practised by research scientists. It is aimed at advanced students with a firm grounding in physics, who wish to consolidate their understanding of how physics works in practice.
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Theoretical Concepts in Physics by Malcolm S Longair
In this original and integrated approach to theoretical reasoning in physics, Malcolm Longair illuminates the subject from the perspective of real physics as practised by research scientists. Concentrating on the basic insights, attitudes and techniques that are the tools of the modern physicist, this approach conveys the intellectual excitement and beauty of the subject. Through a series of seven case studies, an undergraduate course in classical physics and the discovery of quanta are reviewed from the point of the view of how the great discoveries and changes of perspective came about. This approach illuminates the intellectual struggles needed to attain understanding of some of the most difficult concepts in physics. Longair's highly acclaimed text has been fully revised and includes new studies on the physics of fluids, Maxwell's great paper on equations for the electromagnetic field and problems of contemporary cosmology and the very early universe.
'… a brilliant exposé of theoretical reasoning adds discussions on properties of fluids and more concepts related to gravitational waves and cosmology.. Excellent indexing, including an author index, along with many helpful diagrams and useful chapter notes, add utility and charm.' F. Potter, Choice
Malcolm Longair, CBE, FRS, FRSE, was Astronomer Royal for Scotland from 1980 to 1990 and Head of the Cavendish Laboratory from 1997 to 2005. His books with Cambridge University Press include High Energy Astrophysics (2011), The Cosmic Century (2006), Quantum Concepts in Physics (2013), and Maxwell's Enduring Legacy (2016), a scientific history of the Cavendish Laboratory.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781108484534 |
| ISBN 10 | 1108484530 |
| Title | Theoretical Concepts in Physics |
| Author | Malcolm S Longair |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Publisher | Cambridge University Press |
| Year published | 2020-04-16 |
| Number of pages | 636 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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