Description: A Matter of Degrees by Gino Segre In a wonderful synthesis of science, history, and imagination, an internationally renowned theoretical physicist embarks on a wide-ranging exploration of how the fundamental scientific concept of temperature is bound up with the very essence of both life and matter. 23 photos & diagrams. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description In a wonderful synthesis of science, history, and imagination, Gino Segrè, an internationally renowned theoretical physicist, embarks on a wide-ranging exploration of how the fundamental scientific concept of temperature is bound up with the very essence of both life and matter. Why is the internal temperature of most mammals fixed near 98.6°? How do geologists use temperature to track the history of our planet? Why is the quest for absolute zero and its quantum mechanical significance the key to understanding superconductivity? And what can we learn from neutrinos, the subatomic "messages from the sun" that may hold the key to understanding the birth-and death-of our solar system? In answering these and hundreds of other temperature-sensitive questions, Segrè presents an uncanny view of the world around us. Author Biography Gino Segrè is professor of physics and astronomy at the University of Pennsylvania. An internationally renowned expert in high-energy elementary-particle theoretical physics, Segrè has served as director of Theoretical Physics at the National Science Foundation and received awards from the National Science Foundation, the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation, and the Guggenheim Foundation. This is his first book. Review "An original and often creative angle on our universe""Refreshing and rewarding. Segre has an easygoing style, sprinkled with anecdotes and history, that immediately draws you in; it is like listening to a graceful conversation." Details ISBN014200278X Author Gino Segre Short Title MATTER OF DEGREES Pages 320 Language English ISBN-10 014200278X ISBN-13 9780142002780 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 536 Illustrations Yes Year 2003 Residence PA, US DOI 10.1604/9780142002780 Country of Publication United States AU Release Date 2003-07-01 NZ Release Date 2003-07-01 US Release Date 2003-07-01 UK Release Date 2003-07-01 Publisher Penguin Putnam Inc Publication Date 2003-07-01 Imprint The Penguin Press Subtitle What Temperature Reveals about the Past and Future of Our Species, Planet, and U niverse Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:6748967;
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