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Atomic Energy in Cosmic and Human Life: Fifty Years of Radioactivity

Atomic Energy in Cosmic and Human Life

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"Atomic Energy in Cosmic and Human Life" by George Gamow is a astronomy book and space science reference focused on Cosmology. Best for students, researchers, and serious astronomy enthusiasts.

First published in 1945, in the aftermath of the bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, this book 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, it was designed to give a complete picture of atomic energy.

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Best For: Students and readers interested in the historical and scientific aspects of atomic energy and radioactivity.
Focus: The principles of radioactive decay and the development of atomic energy over fifty years.
Covers: The scientific basis of atomic energy and its implications in cosmic and human contexts.
Why It Matters: Provides a foundational understanding of atomic energy shortly after World War II, reflecting early scientific perspectives on radioactivity and its impact.

"Atomic Energy in Cosmic and Human Life" by George Gamow is a astronomy book and space science reference focused on Cosmology. Best for students, researchers, and serious astronomy enthusiasts.

Topic: Cosmology

Author: George Gamow

Who this is for:

  • Astronomy students
  • Researchers and advanced hobbyists
  • Readers exploring space science topics

Why this book matters: It matters because it helps readers build a stronger understanding of astronomy concepts, observations, and scientific ideas related to space.

First published in 1945, in the aftermath of the bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, this book 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, it was designed to give a complete picture of atomic energy.

AuthorGeorge Gamow
PublisherCambridge University Press
Published2011-06-09
ISBN-139781107402089
BindingPaperback
Pages183
LanguageEnglish
SubjectsScience
TopicCosmology

Format: Paperback

Length: 183 pages

Language: English

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