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Quarks, sparks and quantum mysteries : a cosmic guide to the building blocks of our universe
Harvey-Smith, Lisa2025
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A fun and fascinating introduction to quantum physics and the mysteries of our universe from astrophysicist and STEM ambassador Professor Lisa Harvey-Smith. All things in the universe are governed by the laws of science - but what happens when nature acts in unexpected ways? Why does the bizarre behaviour of tiny particles in the quantum world bamboozle us? How can objects on opposite sides of the universe be connected? Come on a journey to meet the invisible forces that guide everything from the smallest atom to the shape of the cosmos. Blow your mind with theories of space and time. Travel through the galaxies to discover black holes, gravitational waves and so much more with award-winning astrophysicist Professor Lisa Harvey-Smith. With fantastic illustrations by Aidan Ryan, Quarks, Sparks and Quantum Mysteries reminds us that the scientific truth is often stranger than fiction.
Main title:
Quarks, sparks and quantum mysteries : a cosmic guide to the building blocks of our universe / by Lisa Harvey-Smith ; illustrations by Aidan Ryan.
Author:
Harvey-Smith, LisaRyan, Aidan, illustrator
Imprint:
Wurundjeri Country Cremorne, Vic : T&H, 2025.
Collation:
127 pages : colour illustrations ; 22 cm.
Audience:
Interest grade level: Upper primary.
Contents:
1. The microscopic world2. The tiny world of particles3. Quantum quirks4. The weird world of antimatter5. Cosmic rays and other galactic oddities6. Bizarre forces: invisible pushes and pulls7. Mass, gravity, and relativity8. Strange happenings in time9. Black holes10. White holes, wormholes, and exotic stars11. It's a weird quantum worldNotes for the interested readerGlossary
ISBN:
9781760763138 (paperback)
Dewey class:
530.12
Language:
English
Subject:
BRN:
527387
More Information:
| Location | Collection | Call number | Status/Desc |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penrith | Nonfiction | 530.12 QUA | Available |