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The Physics Book

Big Ideas Simply Explained

The Physics Book( )
Author: DK,
Foreword by: Al-Khalili, Jim
Series title:DK Big Ideas Ser.
ISBN:978-1-4654-9102-2
Publication Date:Mar 2020
Publisher:Dorling Kindersley Publishing, Incorporated
Imprint:DK
Book Format:Hardback
List Price:USD $27.99
Book Description:

Learn about the Big Bang theory, astrophysics and gravity in The Physics Book. Part of the fascinating Big Ideas series, this book tackles tricky topics and themes in a simple and easy to follow format. Learn about Physics in this overview guide to the subject, great for beginners looking to learn and experts wishing to refresh their knowledge alike! The Physics Book brings a fresh and vibrant take on the topic through eye-catching graphics and...
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Book Details
Pages:336
Detailed Subjects: Science / Physics / General
Physical Dimensions (W X L X H):8 x 9.5 x 1.17 Inches
Book Weight:2.425 Pounds
Author Biography
DK (Author)


Jameel Sadik "Jim" Al-Khalili was born on September 21 1962 in Iraq. He is a theoretical physicist, author and broadcaster. After completing his A-levels in 1982, he studied physics at the University of Surrey and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in 1986. Despite having a job lined up at the National Physical Laboratory, he stayed on at Surrey to pursue a Doctor of Philosophy degree in nuclear reaction theory, which he obtained in 1989. He was also awarded a Science and Engineering Research Council (SERC) postdoctoral fellowship at University College London, In 1994, Al-Khalili was awarded an Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) Advanced Research Fellowship for five years, during which time he established himself as a leading expert on mathematical models of exotic atomic nuclei.

Al-Khalili is now a professor of physics at the University of Surrey, where he also holds a chair in the Public Engagement in Science. Al-Khalili was awarded the Royal Society Michael Faraday Prize for science communication for 2007. As a broadcaster, Al-Khalili is frequently on television and radio and also writes articles for the British press.

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