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Book Synopsis: Fascinating, fun and friendly, this physics book is perfect for anyone with a healthy dose of curiosity. How can you tell where a sound is coming from? What is the human energy equivalent of a vacuum cleaner? How does GPS work? Why do eggs explode in the microwave? Is there a vacuum inside double-glazed windows? Can you get less wet by cycling faster? With clear explanations and hundreds of colourful photos and diagrams, Everyday Physics is an engaging physics book accessible for all ages. You can read this brilliant book in whatever order you want, dipping in and out of the different sections. Based on Hermans' Everyday physics lecture series, it combines deep physical insights with back-of-the-envelope calculations, relating abstract physics concepts to the real world, often in a surprising way.
Everyday Physics also features lots of intriguing home experiments to further demonstrate the explanations. Most of these can be done using simple items from the kitchen, such as using a glass of water, a torch, and a few drops of milk to understand why the sky is blue and the setting sun red. If you want to dig a bit deeper, there are extra resources in the shaded boxes throughout.
Whether you're a parent, grandparent, college student or just have a healthy interest in the world around you, this book will bring the magic of physics to your everyday life. Once you discover the beauty of science, ordinary things will become extraordinary.
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Are you ready to uncover the mysteries of the world around you? Look no further than Everyday Physics: Unusual insights into familiar things. This captivating physics book is a must-have for anyone with a curious mind. Packed with intriguing questions like how sound travels and why eggs explode in the microwave, this book will provide you with all the answers you've been searching for.
With clear explanations and stunning visuals, Everyday Physics makes complex concepts accessible to readers of all ages. Whether you're a parent looking to ignite your child's interest in science or a college student seeking a deeper understanding of the world, this book has something for everyone. You can read it in any order, jumping from one fascinating topic to another, allowing you to tailor your learning experience to your interests.
But this book doesn't stop at theory - it goes the extra mile by including immersive home experiments that bring the concepts to life. Using everyday objects from your kitchen, you can perform hands-on activities that demonstrate everything from why the sky is blue to the secrets behind a double-glazed window. Get ready to astound your friends and family with your newfound knowledge!
Inspired by Hermans' Everyday Physics lecture series, this book combines deep physical insights with real-world applications. Imagine being able to amaze your friends with explanations of how GPS works or how cycling faster can keep you drier in the rain. The possibilities are endless.
So don't miss out on the opportunity to explore the magic of physics in your everyday life. Grab your copy of Everyday Physics: Unusual insights into familiar things today and prepare to unlock a world of extraordinary discoveries.
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