Walter Grassi
The Challenges of Time: Myth, Physics, Environment
The Challenges of Time: Myth, Physics, Environment
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The book explores the history of science's concept of time, arguing that it is absolute, relative, or irreversible. Einstein's contribution to this debate was significant, and thermodynamics shows that time has a preferential direction and is irreversible. The author explores the relationships of cause and effect and how it can help measure the planet's eras and understand its beings.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 146 pages
Publication date: 02 March 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG
This captivating book takes readers on a fascinating journey through the history of science, delving into the intricate concept of time. Specifically, it explores the question of whether time is absolute, relative, or irreversible. The author's profound contribution, often regarded as the most influential, came from Einstein, who shattered the illusion that time was universal, a concept dating back to Galileo and Newton. Through his groundbreaking theories, Einstein challenged the notion within and outside the scientific community, paving the way for a new understanding of time.
Thermodynamics, a branch of science, provides valuable insights into the nature of time. It teaches us that time has a preferential direction, moving forward and irreversible. This concept is demonstrated by the theories of Prigogine and his colleagues, who explore dissipative structures and complex systems. Time, rather than being an external observer, actively participates in the events that unfold around us.
The author delves into the intricate relationships of cause and effect, shedding light on how time can be used to measure the various eras of the planet and comprehend the beings that inhabit it. This book offers valuable insights to students, researchers, and anyone with an interest in the mysteries of time and its profound impact on our world.
Weight: 250g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030943714
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022
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