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From Cosmos to Chaos : the Science of Unpredictability.
This book looks at the role of probability in modern science. Using the most exciting developments in fundamental physics as examples, it shows how central is the need to deal with uncertainty and incomplete knowledge. Focussing on this aspect of the latest discoveries helps the reader get behind th...
| Clasificación: | Libro Electrónico |
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| Formato: | Electrónico eBook |
| Idioma: | Inglés |
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Oxford :
Oxford University Press, UK,
2006.
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| Acceso en línea: | Texto completo |
| Sumario: | This book looks at the role of probability in modern science. Using the most exciting developments in fundamental physics as examples, it shows how central is the need to deal with uncertainty and incomplete knowledge. Focussing on this aspect of the latest discoveries helps the reader get behind the hype, and understanding the uncertain status of things that are often presented as certainties. The book covers recent exciting developments in physics, such as superstrings and dark. energy, but also draws lessons for everyday life. Written by an insider, and using non-technical language, it is a. |
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| Descripción Física: | 1 online resource (225 pages) |
| Bibliografía: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| ISBN: | 9780191524387 0191524387 9781429492645 1429492643 |