Basic Concepts in Relativity and Early Quantum Theory, Second Edition

Resnick, Robert

ISBN 10: 0023993405 / ISBN 13: 9780023993404

Published by Macmillan Coll Div, 1992

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Basic Concepts in Relativity and Early Quantum Theory, Second Edition
• Publisher: Macmillan Coll Div
• Publication Date: 1992
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0023993405
• ISBN 13: 9780023993404
• Binding: Soft cover
• Edition: 2nd Edition
• Condition: Good

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Synopsis

A new edition of this introduction to modern physics, provides new material on the most recent experimental tests in relativity, and a fuller treatment of the space-time interval and the Kennedy-Thorndike experiment. It treats the quantum theory of specific heats, with material on synchrotron radiation, a modernized treatment of the electron microscope and a preview of quantum mechanics. Features include additional historical, philosophical and biographical material reflecting important published research of the past decade, along with a significant expansion - nearly double - in the number of problems, thought questions and worked-out examples. The book also includes references, summary tables and illustrations.

From the Publisher

This book covers basic concepts in relativity/quantum theory using a large, varied set of worked examples, questions, and problems to illustrate key concepts. Relevant historical, philosophical, and biographical information is included.