Fizzics
the science of bubbles, droplets, and foams
$67.92
- Paperback
136 pages
- Release Date
14 June 2011
Summary
Bubbles are everywhere-in water and in air, made from soap and from gas. They are referenced in literature and sung about in songs. They are even the subject of great works of art. From the youngest child blowing bubbles in the backyard to the adult studying the fascinating science behind them, bubbles capture our imagination. F. Ronald Young’s far-reaching survey of the humble bubble explores the complex behavior of these seemingly simple objects. If you stop to think about it, bubbles and d…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780801898921 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 0801898927 |
| Author: | F. Ronald Young |
| Publisher: | Johns Hopkins University Press |
| Imprint: | Johns Hopkins University Press |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 136 |
| Release Date: | 14 June 2011 |
| Weight: | 181g |
| Dimensions: | 216mm x 140mm x 9mm |
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This book fills a gap in the literature, describing everyday phenomena that are seldom treated in similar books.
A technological history perfect for science and general-interest collections alike. Midwest Book Review This book fills a gap in the literature, describing everyday phenomena that are seldom treated in similar books. Choice A friendly foray into the humble bubble, from honeycombs and soaps to sunset flashes, written by a physicist in the field. Science News
About The Author
F. Ronald Young
F. Ronald Young, a retired senior lecturer in physics from Watford Technical College, is an authority in bubble-related science and author of Cavitation and Sonoluminescence.
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