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ISBN 10: 0486256642
ISBN 13: 978-0486256641
Author: George Gamow
“. . . full of intellectual treats and tricks, of whimsy and deep scientific philosophy. It is highbrow entertainment at its best, a teasing challenge to all who aspire to think about the universe.” — NewYork Herald Tribune
One of the world’s foremost nuclear physicists (celebrated for his theory of radioactive decay, among other accomplishments), George Gamow, possessed the unique ability to make the world of science accessible to the general reader. In the pages of this book, readers grapple with such crucial matters as whether it is possible to bend space, why a rocket shrinks, the “end of the world problem,” excursions into the fourth dimension, and a host of other compelling topics for the scientifically curious. Includes over 120 delightful pen-and-ink illustrations by the author.
- Accessible Science: George Gamow, a renowned nuclear physicist, makes complex scientific concepts accessible to general readers, bringing the world of science to life.
- Wide Range of Topics: Among the topics scrutinized are the macrocosm and the microcosm, theory of numbers, relativity of space and time, entropy, genes, atomic structure, nuclear fission, and the origin of the solar system.
- Engaging Writing Style: Gamow’s good humor and pedagogical prowess make exploring scientific concepts delightful and captivating, keeping readers engaged throughout the book.
- Illustrated Explanations: With over 120 pen-and-ink illustrations, Gamow enhances the understanding of concepts, machine components, and techniques, making the book visually engaging and aiding comprehension.
“In One Two Three . . . Infinity, as in his other books, George Gamow succeeds where others fail because of his remarkable ability to combine technical accuracy, choice of material, dignity of expression, and readability.” — SaturdayReview ofLiterature
Whatever your level of scientific expertise, chances are you’ll derive great pleasure, stimulation, and information from this unusual and imaginative book. It belongs in the library of anyone curious about the wonders of the scientific universe.
One Two Three . . . Infinity Facts and Speculations of Science 1st Table of contents:
PART I – Playing with Numbers
CHAPTER 1 – Big Numbers
1. HOW HIGH CAN YOU COUNT?
2. HOW TO COUNT INFINITIES
CHAPTER II – Natural and Artificial Numbers
1. THE PUREST MATHEMATICS
2. THE MYSTERIOUS
PART II – Space, Time & Einstein
CHAPTER III – Unusual Properties of Space
1. DIMENSIONS AND CO-ORDINATES
2. GEOMETRY WITHOUT MEASURE
3. TURNING SPACE INSIDE OUT
CHAPTER IV – The World of Four Dimensions
1. TIME IS A FOURTH DIMENSION
2. TIME-SPACE EQUIVALENT
3. FOUR-DIMENSIONAL DISTANCE
CHAPTER V – Relativity of Space and Time
1. TURNING SPACE INTO TIME AND VICE VERSA
2. ETHER WIND, AND SIRIUS TRIP
3. CURVED SPACE, AND THE RIDDLE OF GRAVITY
4. CLOSED AND OPENED SPACES
PART III – Microcosmos
CHAPTER VI – Descending Staircase
1. THE GREEK IDEA
2. HOW LARGE ARE THE ATOMS?
3. MOLECULAR BEAMS
4. ATOMIC PHOTOGRAPHY
5. DISSECTING THE ATOM
6. MICROMECHANICS AND THE UNCERTAINTY PRINCIPLE
CHAPTER VII – Modern Alchemy
1. ELEMENTARY PARTICLES
2. THE HEART OF THE ATOM
3. ATOM SMASHING
4. NUCLEONICS
CHAPTER VIII – The Law of Disorder
1. THERMAL DISORDER
2. HOW CAN ONE DESCRIBE DISORDERLY MOTION?
3. COUNTING PROBABILITIES
4. THE “MYSTERIOUS” ENTROPY
5. STATISTICAL FLUCTUATION
CHAPTER IX – The Riddle of Life
1. WE ARE MADE OF CELLS
2. HEREDITY AND GENES
3. GENES AS “LIVING MOLECULES”
PART IV – Macrocosmos
CHAPTER X – Expanding Horizons
1. THE EARTH AND ITS NEIGHBORHOOD
2. THE GALAXY OF STARS
3. TOWARD THE LIMITS OF THE UNKNOWN
CHAPTER XI – The Days of Creation
1. THE BIRTH OF PLANETS
2. THE PRIVATE LIFE OF THE STARS
3. PRIMORDIAL CHAOS AND THE EXPANDING UNIVERSE
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