Isbn: 9781330895924 - radium explained (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of radium, a remarkable element that has captivated the scientific community. Initially discovered for its unique ability to emit radiation, radium's properties challenged long-held beliefs about energy and matter, making it a subject of intense study and debate. The author provides a comprehensive exploration of this groundbreaking discovery, tracing its origins to the work of Becquerel and the Curies, who isolated radium from pitchblende. The book delves into the paradoxical nature of radium, its ability to emit heat and energy seemingly without source, and its impact on our understanding of the atom and the fundamental laws of physics. Through accessible explanations and captivating examples, the author captures the essence of radium's discovery and its profound implications, highlighting its role in revolutionizing our knowledge of the material world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…