The Once And Future Cosmos

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 108 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Astronomy
ISBN : STANFORD:36105113630060

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Author : Scientific American
Publisher : W. H. Freeman
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2002-08-20
Category : Science
ISBN : 0716757087

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Author : William J. Kaufmann,Roger Freedman
Publisher : W H Freeman & Company
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2001-07-30
Category : Science
ISBN : 0716749599

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Universe + Cd-rom + the Once And Future Cosmos by William J. Kaufmann,Roger Freedman Pdf

Author : William J. Kaufmann,Neil F. Comins
Publisher : W H Freeman & Company
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2002-09-30
Category : Science
ISBN : 0716757273

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Discovering the Universe + Cd-rom + the Once And Future Cosmos by William J. Kaufmann,Neil F. Comins Pdf

Author : Neil F. Comins
Publisher : W H Freeman & Company
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2003-01-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 0716758695

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Discovering the Essential Universe + the Once And Future Cosmos by Neil F. Comins Pdf

Author : James Kirby
Publisher : Austin Macauley Publishers
Page : 217 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2023-09-15
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781638297772

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Open your mind to a universe that is both awe-inspiring and accessible in The Once and Future Universe. This enlightening book presents a captivating journey through the cosmos, providing a basic understanding of its structure and ongoing mechanisms. From galaxies to subatomic particles, grasp the fundamental principles that govern the universe, unveiling its mysteries and fostering a deep appreciation for its interconnected wonders. Prepare to expand your horizons and embrace a newfound understanding of the universe’s profound beauty and complexity.

Author : Timothy F. Slater,Roger Freedman,William J. Kaufmann
Publisher : W H Freeman & Company
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2002-12-30
Category : Science
ISBN : 0716759586

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Universe + Cd-rom + Astronomy Online + the Once And Future Cosmos by Timothy F. Slater,Roger Freedman,William J. Kaufmann Pdf

Author : William J. Kaufmann,Neil F. Comins,Timothy F. Slater
Publisher : W H Freeman & Company
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2003-03-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 0716700735

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Discovering the Universe + Cd-rom + Once And Future Cosmos + Astronomy Online by William J. Kaufmann,Neil F. Comins,Timothy F. Slater Pdf

Author : Manasvi Lingam,Abraham Loeb
Publisher : Harvard University Press
Page : 1089 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2021-06-29
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780674987579

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Life in the Cosmos by Manasvi Lingam,Abraham Loeb Pdf

A rigorous and scientific analysis of the myriad possibilities of life beyond our planet. ÒAre we alone in the universe?Ó This tantalizing question has captivated humanity over millennia, but seldom has it been approached rigorously. Today the search for signatures of extraterrestrial life and intelligence has become a rapidly advancing scientific endeavor. Missions to Mars, Europa, and Titan seek evidence of life. Laboratory experiments have made great strides in creating synthetic life, deepening our understanding of conditions that give rise to living entities. And on the horizon are sophisticated telescopes to detect and characterize exoplanets most likely to harbor life. Life in the Cosmos offers a thorough overview of the burgeoning field of astrobiology, including the salient methods and paradigms involved in the search for extraterrestrial life and intelligence. Manasvi Lingam and Abraham Loeb tackle three areas of interest in hunting for life Òout thereÓ: first, the pathways by which life originates and evolves; second, planetary and stellar factors that affect the habitability of worlds, with an eye on the biomarkers that may reveal the presence of microbial life; and finally, the detection of technological signals that could be indicative of intelligence. Drawing on empirical data from observations and experiments, as well as the latest theoretical and computational developments, the authors make a compelling scientific case for the search for life beyond what we can currently see. Meticulous and comprehensive, Life in the Cosmos is a master class from top researchers in astrobiology, suggesting that the answer to our age-old question is closer than ever before.

Author : Nancy Ellen Abrams,Joel R. Primack
Publisher : Yale University Press
Page : 258 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2011-04-19
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780300167320

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The New Universe and the Human Future by Nancy Ellen Abrams,Joel R. Primack Pdf

A cultural philosopher and an astrophysicist attempt to decipher how we fit into the universe, and the impact our placement has on us. After a four-century rupture between science and the questions of value and meaning, this groundbreaking book presents an explosive and potentially life-altering idea: if the world could agree on a shared creation story based on modern cosmology and biology—a story that has just become available—it would redefine our relationship with Planet Earth and benefit all of humanity, now and into the distant future. Written in eloquent, accessible prose and illustrated in magnificent color throughout, including images from innovative simulations of the evolving universe, this book brings the new scientific picture of the universe to life. It interprets what our human place in the cosmos may mean for us and our descendants. It offers unique insights into the potential use of this newfound knowledge to find solutions to seemingly intractable global problems such as climate change and unsustainable growth. And it explains why we need to “think cosmically, act globally” if we're going to have a long-term, prosperous future on Earth. “Should be read by anyone, not just scientists, who worry about the human condition.”—Deepak Chopra, The Huffington Post “A prophetic book. Its message ranks right up there with those of Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, and Joel. Like the prophets, it is at times poetic, demanding, grounded, soaring, empowering, and always awe-inspiring.”—Matthew Fox, Tikkun “The ideas and images are fascinating and certainly contribute to a sense of the profound stakes involved in what we’re doing to the planet and ourselves.”—William Kowinski, North Coast Journal

Author : Thomas Krause,Timothy F. Slater,Neil Comins
Publisher : W H Freeman & Company
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2003-04-15
Category : Science
ISBN : 0716706229

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Universe: Stars + Galaxies + Cd-rom-rom + Astronomy Online + Once And Future Cosmos by Thomas Krause,Timothy F. Slater,Neil Comins Pdf

Author : Neville Brown
Publisher : Liverpool University Press
Page : 381 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2006-04-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781837642311

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Engaging the Cosmos by Neville Brown Pdf

Written by an experienced author with a background in both History and Earth Sciences, this text explores the philosophic implications of the dramatic developments under way in astrophysics and astrobiology. How close may this progress, empirical and theoretical, bring us to a definitive understanding of ultimate realities?

Author : Swimme, Brian Thomas
Publisher : Orbis Books
Page : 138 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2019-10-24
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781608338078

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Hidden Heart of the Cosmos by Swimme, Brian Thomas Pdf

Author : Don Lincoln
Publisher : World Scientific
Page : 596 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2012-03-20
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789814458054

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Understanding the Universe by Don Lincoln Pdf

The Big Bang, the birth of the universe, was a singular event. All of the matter of the universe was concentrated at a single point, with temperatures so high that even the familiar protons and neutrons of atoms did not yet exist, but rather were replaced by a swirling maelstrom of energy, matter and antimatter. Exotic quarks and leptons flickered briefly into existence, before merging back into the energy sea. This book explains the fascinating world of quarks and leptons and the forces that govern their behavior. Told from an experimental physicist's perspective, it forgoes mathematical complexity, using instead particularly accessible figures and apt analogies. In addition to the story of quarks and leptons, which are regarded as well-accepted fact, the author (who is a leading researcher at one of the world's highest energy particle physics laboratories) also discusses mysteries at both the experimental and theoretical frontiers, before tying it all together with the exciting field of cosmology and indeed the birth of the universe itself. The text spans the tiny world of the quark to the depths of the universe with breathtaking clarity. The casual student of science will appreciate the careful distinction between what is known (quarks, leptons and antimatter), what is suspected (Higgs bosons, neutrino oscillations and the reason why the universe has so little antimatter) and what is merely dreamed (supersymmetry, superstrings and extra dimensions). Included is an unprecedented chapter explaining the accelerators and detectors of modern particle physics experiments. The chapter discussing the hunt for the Higgs boson — currently consuming the efforts of nearly 6000 physicists — reveals drama that only big-stakes science can give. Understanding the Universe leaves the reader with a deep appreciation of the fascinating particle realm and reverence for just how much it determines the rich beauty of our universe. Since the release of the first edition, the landscape has changed. The venerable Fermilab Tevatron has ceased operations after a quarter century of extraordinary performance, to be replaced by the CERN Large Hadron Collider, an accelerator with a design energy of seven times greater than the Tevatron and a collision rate of nearly a billion collisions per second. The next few years promise to be very exciting as scientists explore this new realm. This revised edition of Understanding the Universe will leave the reader with a deep appreciation of just why physicists are so excited. Contents:Early HistoryThe Path to Knowledge (History of Particle Physics)Quarks and LeptonsForces: What Holds It All TogetherHunting for the HiggsAccelerators and Detectors: Tools of the TradeNear Term MysteriesExotic Physics (The Next Frontier)Recreating the Universe 10,000,000 Times a SecondEpilogue: Why Do We Do It? Readership: Students, scientists and lay people. Keywords:Quarks;Leptons;Accelerators;UniverseReviews: “Lincoln has an infectious love for physics … (and) demonstrates a humorous writing style that successfully engages the reader.” Publishers Weekly “The author is well equipped to write a book on the topic … It is not light reading, but worth the effort … Lincoln is careful to distinguish between what is known versus what is merely dreamed.” Mensa Bulletin “A veteran of many popular talks on physics, (Lincoln) charmingly relates the tale of humankind's almost insatiable curiosity about the ultimate nature of nature and the quest to determine the basic particles of matter. His style is engaging and obviously directed to informed lay readers, but the more scientifically minded will find it equally appealing … If digested with the notion that this topic is presented in a broad swath, both historically and scientifically, and not meant to be definitive, the work offers readers an appreciation of the investigative procedure, the accumulated body of research, and the people who did the investigating.” Library Journal “Don Lincoln, an experimentalist on DZero at Fermilab, motivates his tale of the development of particle physics, from its origins to its current state, almost entirely by experiments, a refreshing alternative to the usual theoretical treatments. Rather than posing thought experiments, Lincoln describes real experiments that have led to deeper questions and the consequent progress of particle physics … With his light and easy-to-read style, Lincoln's humor and personal tales do much to convey the flavor of modern particle physics research — a picture that is not often painted so realistically in other popular physics books. The content is more complicated than in most similar books, but this is a virtue for its intended audience, as it allows for greater depth.” Symmetry “Knowledgeably written … ‘Understanding the Universe’ provides the nonspecialist general reader with a fascinating and informative introduction to the complex world of quarks, leptons, and the forces that govern particle physics. Written especially to introduce lay readers to subatomic mysteries, (the book) discusses the Big Bang, known and proven theories, suspected hypotheses that have yet to be firmly established, cutting-edge discussions of modern particle physics experiments, and much more. Black-and-white diagrams help illustrate the amazing ideas presented with a minimum of mathematics and a maximum of awe.” Midwest Book Review “Don Lincoln takes us on a rollicking tour of the universe: The reader finds out what we particle physicists understand about it, how we arrived at that understanding and where we think we're going next with our research … Lincoln enlivens the landscape with fresh details, irreverent (yet never unkind) remarks on the cast of characters, and explanations that are homey, humorous and often completely original … In his epilogue Lincoln addresses explicitly the question of why particle physicists ask why … the real reason we do research is simply this: It's tremendously fun to figure the universe out.” American Scientist “… Lincoln offers lay readers a complete tour of particle physics …(he) writes very well, using a mixture of humor, history and analogies as well basic scientific explanations … (and) does a particularly good job of covering the full gamut of particle physics.” Choice “This book is addressed to the curious layman, with only a murky recollection of school physics, who wants to know how far mankind has gone in understanding the world around us … It is an excellent reference for any scientist who is occasionally unsure how best to explain a particular physics concept to a non-specialist audience … his understanding and explanations of complex phenomena are excellent and the book strikes a balance between depth and accessibility.” CERN Courier “The author faces complex topics in a very simple and clever way without using mathematics but by simple (and suitable) analogies. The reading is intriguing and very flowing and, sometimes, very entertaining. The book is peppered with amusing anecdotes that make reading smoother and funny. This book is a masterpiece of scientific disclosure. I recommend its reading for those people who want to delve into the wonders of modern Physics.” Zentralblatt MATH

Author : Jim Elvidge
Publisher : The Universe - Solved!
Page : 273 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Control (Psychology)
ISBN : 9781424336265

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