The harmonious universe: the beauty and unity of scientific understanding
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Amherst, N.Y. : Prometheus Books, 2004.
Physical Desc:
370 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
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Bemis Lower Level
500 LAIDLER
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Award-winning scientist and popular science writer Keith Laidler explains the major facts, principles, and theories of physics, chemistry, biology, geology, and astronomy, showing how they all complement one another, creating a harmonious picture of a completely integrated universe. Annotation. From quarks to quasars, this stimulating survey of the main branches of science will entertain, educate and inspire lay readers with a broad scientific understanding of our fascinating universe.
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500 LAIDLER
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Book
Language:
English
ISBN:
1591021871, 9781591021872
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Includes bibliographical references (pages 349-354) and index.
Description
Award-winning scientist and popular science writer Keith Laidler explains the major facts, principles, and theories of physics, chemistry, biology, geology, and astronomy, showing how they all complement one another, creating a harmonious picture of a completely integrated universe. Annotation. From quarks to quasars, this stimulating survey of the main branches of science will entertain, educate and inspire lay readers with a broad scientific understanding of our fascinating universe.
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APA Citation (style guide)
Laidler, K. J. 1. (2004). The harmonious universe: the beauty and unity of scientific understanding. Amherst, N.Y., Prometheus Books.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation (style guide)Laidler, Keith J. 1916-2003. 2004. The Harmonious Universe: The Beauty and Unity of Scientific Understanding. Amherst, N.Y., Prometheus Books.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities Citation (style guide)Laidler, Keith J. 1916-2003, The Harmonious Universe: The Beauty and Unity of Scientific Understanding. Amherst, N.Y., Prometheus Books, 2004.
MLA Citation (style guide)Laidler, Keith J. 1916-2003. The Harmonious Universe: The Beauty and Unity of Scientific Understanding. Amherst, N.Y., Prometheus Books, 2004.
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