Atomic Energy in Cosmic and Human Life

Fifty Years of Radioactivity
Erscheinungsjahr 2011
ISBN: 978-1-107-40208-9
Verlag: Cambridge University Press

Buch, Englisch, 182 Seiten, Format (B × H): 133 mm x 203 mm, Gewicht: 212 g

First published in 1945, in the aftermath of the bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, Atomic Energy in Cosmic and Human Life offers a unique account of the problem of atomic energy and the underlying principles of radioactive decay. Written by the pre-eminent physicist George Gamow, and dedicated to the hope of lasting peace, the book was originally designed to give a complete picture of what atomic energy is, where it comes from, and how it can be used for better or worse. Featuring a number of graphs and illustrations by the author himself, this small volume will continue to be of value to those interested in the history of the study of radioactivity.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Gamow, George

Fachgebiete

• Naturwissenschaften Astronomie Astrophysik
• Naturwissenschaften Physik Angewandte Physik Astrophysik
• Wirtschaftswissenschaften Wirtschaftssektoren & Branchen Energie- & Versorgungswirtschaft Kernenergieindustrie
• Naturwissenschaften Physik Quantenphysik Radioaktivität
• Technische Wissenschaften Energietechnik | Elektrotechnik Atomenergietechnik

Inhaltsverzeichnis

1. Modern alchemy; 2. How the stars use atomic energy; 3. How can man use atomic energy; Plates.