Macmillan Encyclopedia Of Physics E L

Presents an alphabetical and comprehensive reference guide with more than 600 entries dealing with physics and mathematics.

Offers clear explanations of the basic concepts, history, philosophy, fundamental theories and laws of physics, as well as biographical entries featuring physicists who have contributed to our knowledge of the physical world. The set will be useful for physics students from high school through graduate school and for general readers exploring the mysteries of everyday life, such as: What causes earthquakes?; How do CAT Scans work?; or, How do clouds form? Articles are arranged in alphabetical order and include cross-references and bibliographic references as recent as 1996. Volume one contains a Reader's Guide which identifies some key entries in the encyclopedia's plan. A table of symbols and abbreviations is included at the beginning of each volume to assist readers unfamiliar with any mathematical or scientific notation that might arise. The 4-volume set offers readers clear explanations for the phenomena, concepts, and laws that are the foundation of every other branch of science from astronomy to zoology. The entries are written to let readers satisfy their curiosity without becoming lost in high-level jargon. Specifically written to supplement the high school physics curriculum, the Encyclopedia satisfies the informational needs of a broad range of readers.

Concise, signed articles--most of them including bibliographic references--on physics in general, its major areas, divisions, and subdivisions as well as related topics such as astrophysics, geophysics, and biophysics. Intended for physicists who need information outside their special field of interest, librarians, teachers, engineers, and other scientists "who encounter physical concepts in pursuit of their profession."--Pref. As a rule, the technical level of the writing is higher for the more specialized areas than for the general topics. Useful cross references. Indexed. Published 1974.

The editors of "Encyclopedia of Physics" whose earlier edition a decade ago won international acclaim, now provide a fully revised, expanded and updated second edition of this comprehensive reference resource. In a single volume 500 experts offer an indispensable state-of-the-art account of physics and the physical world. They include fourteen Nobel laureates and numerous other scientific award winners.

This comprehensive collection of articles emphasizes new discoveries and technology and also covers some long-standing areas of research in the field of physics. Topics covered include superconductivity, quantum optics, and laser cooling.