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Particle Physics: A Very Short Introduction
Particle Physics: A Very Short Introduction
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Following the discovery of the Higgs boson, Frank Close has produced this major revision to his classic and compelling introduction to the fundamental particles that make up the universe.
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Length: 176 pages
Publication date: 23 November 2023
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Following the groundbreaking discovery of the Higgs boson, Frank Close has authored a significant update to his renowned and captivating introduction to the fundamental particles that constitute the universe. Frank Close embarks on a captivating journey into the atom, exploring well-known particles such as quarks, electrons, and the enigmatic neutrino. He elucidates the crucial role and profound significance of the Higgs boson in the grand scheme of things. Throughout the course, he offers intriguing insights into the process of discovering particles in physics, shedding light on how our understanding of the world has undergone a radical transformation in the wake of these groundbreaking revelations. He concludes by venturing into new hypotheses regarding the enigma of antimatter and massive neutrinos, as well as speculating on the potential revelations that the next 50 years of research may hold regarding the nature of the Higgs field, which shapes the fundamental particles and forces.
ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press boasts an extensive collection of hundreds of titles across nearly every subject domain. These compact books are designed to provide a quick and efficient means of gaining a comprehensive understanding of a new subject. Our esteemed authors, each with expertise in their respective fields, combine facts, analysis, perspective, innovative ideas, and infectious enthusiasm to render complex and challenging topics remarkably accessible and engaging.
Weight: 152g
Dimension: 110 x 174 x 13 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780192873750
Edition number: 2 Revised edition
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