Large Hadron Collider Pop-Up Book, The: Voyage to the Heart of Matter

The Science Museum has released a new pop-up book to showcase the Large Hadron Collider's quest to understand the birth of the universe. The book includes 7000 tonnes of metal, glass, plastic, cables, and computer chips that recreate the conditions that existed millionths of a second after the Big Bang.

Format: Hardback
Length: 8 pages
Publication date: 08 August 2023
Publisher: Papadakis

The Large Hadron Collider (LHC) is a remarkable scientific endeavor that aims to unravel the mysteries of the universe's birth. In a captivating pop-up book, titled "Exploring the Universe with the Large Hadron Collider," the story of this extraordinary quest unfolds in miniature pop-up form. The book showcases a staggering 7000 tonnes of metal, glass, plastic, cables, and computer chips, each representing a crucial component of the LHC. These miniature elements come to life, leaping from the page, to vividly depict the intricate processes and phenomena that take place within the heart of the ATLAS detector. Protons, traveling at nearly the speed of light, collide within the ATLAS detector, generating a shower of debris that recreates the conditions that existed mere millionths of a second after the Big Bang. This captivating pop-up book has been thoroughly updated to include the groundbreaking discovery of the Higgs boson, a fundamental particle that gives mass to other particles and plays a crucial role in shaping the universe. The discovery is showcased through a newly commissioned pop-out element, adding an extra layer of excitement and intrigue to the book. The Science Museum, recognizing the unique and effective way in which this book communicates contemporary science, has come forward as a supporter of the project. This means that individuals of all ages can now embark on a fascinating journey to the beginnings of the universe, right in the comfort of their own homes. The pop-up book offers a hands-on and interactive experience, allowing readers to explore the intricacies of the LHC and its role in unraveling the mysteries of the cosmos. Whether you are a science enthusiast, a curious child, or simply someone seeking to expand your knowledge, "Exploring the Universe with the Large Hadron Collider" is a must-read that will captivate and inspire you.

Weight: 772g
Dimension: 238 x 290 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781906506414