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Revised and expanded, The Facts On File Dictionary of Physics, Third Edition, contains approximately 3,000 entries that explain, clearly and concisely, the most important and commonly used terms relating to all aspects of physical science.
More than 200 new terms reflect new developments in the areas of particle physics, cosmology, low-temperature physics, and quantum theory.
New entries include:
∎ anthropic principle
∎ high-temperature
∎ Bell's paradox superconductivity
∎ Bose-Einstein condensation
∎ nanotechnology
∎ Higgs boson
∎ Schrödinger's cat
More than 80 line drawings illustrate many complex physical principles, and extensive cross-references guarantee that no user will waste time searching for the right definition. Tables list symbols for physical quantities, conversion factors, and other often-consulted information.
