Physics in 100 Numbers: A Numerical Guide to Facts, Formulas and Theories

by Colin Stuart

Mathematics is the language of science, and numbers are at the heart of all physical sciences - understand the numbers, and you'll have a better understanding of the science.

Physics in 100 numbers explores the most important and interesting numbers in physics, starting with the lowest number (10-43 seconds, or "Planck time," the smallest time measurement possible) and working in numerical order up to the very largest (4 x 1069, which is the estimated mass-energy of the universe, in Joules). Whether you read it from cover to cover, dip in and out at random, or decide to read one number a day, you'll discover a wide range of facts, figures, and formulas, presented in a way that is uniquely easy to grasp. From the mass of an electron to the age of the universe, Physics in 100 Numbers is an insightful and accessible guide that will enlighten, inform, and entertain readers of all levels.

Genres: Science

176 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2015

About the author

Colin Stuart is a renowned astronomy speaker and best-selling author. He was a Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society and a 2014 runner-up for the European Astronomy Journalism Prize. He lives in London.

Reviews

[Jack Laschenski · Rating 5 out of 5]

All the mysteries of current physics and cosmology laid out in one or 2 pages each.

Why is the speed of light fixed?

Etc.

Terrific!

[Mark Reynolds · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lots of great physics facts - especially for a non physicist. But too many typos and errors of fact to warrant 5 stars. Still, a great book.

[Nigel · Rating 4 out of 5]

I cannot give 5 stars as, 1. I did not understand a lot of it which made it hard to enjoy and so, 2. I skimmed most of it. It is interesting but would be better with more layman explanations for me.

[Denis]

Generally interesting. A lot of the numbers are inconceivable but are simply there as useful handles to discuss particular aspects of physics.

[Syaddad Bahalwan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Simple but easy to understand it.