The Quantum Quark

Watson, Andrew

ISBN 10: 0521829070 / ISBN 13: 9780521829076

Published by West Nyack, New York, U.S.A.: Cambridge Univ Pr, 2004

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Near Fine in a Very Good jacket with short closed tear at top front. 1st Edition. 464pp 8vo.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Quantum Quark
• Publisher: West Nyack, New York, U.S.A.: Cambridge Univ Pr
• Publication Date: 2004
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0521829070
• ISBN 13: 9780521829076
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: Near Fine
• Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good
• Seller catalogs:
  • PHYSICS

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Synopsis

Quantum chromodynamics (QCD), the theory explaining the strong nuclear force that binds together the components of the atomic nucleus, is one of the four fundamental forces of nature that control the universe in which we live. This absorbing book covers the ideas and stories behind QCD, the successes and the puzzles, the unsolved mysteries and the characters involved. The subject is discussed in an accessible and entertaining way, assuming only the minimum physics and mathematics background knowledge. It is a fascinating read for anyone interested in science and a solid introduction for students embarking on particle physics courses.

About the Author

Andrew Watson is a freelance science journalist and writer. After his PhD in theoretical physics, from the University of Manchester, he went on to do physics research and lecturing. He now combines working part-time as a scientist at the Institute of Food Research with writing. He has written for a range of publications from popular magazines and newspapers to scientific journals, and is a regular contributor to Science magazine.