Physics in 30 Seconds

In a world where physics is an essential component of general knowledge, and new breakthroughs in quantum research are discussed in the major news outlets, everyone should be able to distinguish atoms from antimatter and know enough to feel like... a fish in water in hydrodynamics, and to confidently navigate the principles of uncertainty. In your hands is the fastest way to brush up on your knowledge of rocket science and more. «Physics in 30 Seconds» covers the grand ideas and concepts that underpin life as we know it. From electromagnetic waves that enable instant communication across the globe to gravity that allows us to stand firm on our feet. Each section takes no more than two pages and can be grasped in about 30 seconds. The book contains numerous helpful diagrams and short biographies of scientists who have forever changed our understanding of scientific knowledge.
Consulting editor Brian Clegg teaches a course in natural sciences, specializing in applied physics, at Cambridge University. He has been published in periodicals such as Nature, The Times, and The Wall Street Journal, and has lectured at Oxford, Cambridge, and the Royal Institution. He is also the editor of the book review site www.popularscience.co.uk, and he has two published books: «A Brief History of Infinity» and «How to Build a Time Machine».