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Symmetry

- A Very Short Introduction
Af: Ian Stewart Engelsk Paperback

Symmetry

- A Very Short Introduction
Af: Ian Stewart Engelsk Paperback
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In the 1800s mathematicians introduced a formal theory of symmetry: group theory. Now a branch of abstract algebra, this subject first arose in the theory of equations. Symmetry is an immensely important concept in mathematics and throughout the sciences, and its applications range across the entire subject. Symmetry governs the structure of crystals, innumerable types of pattern formation, how systems change their state as parameters vary; and fundamental physics is governed by symmetries in the laws of nature.It is highly visual, with applications that include animal markings, locomotion, evolutionary biology, elastic buckling, waves, the shape of the Earth, and the form of galaxies. In this Very Short Introduction, Ian Stewart demonstrates its deep implications, and shows how it plays a major role in the current search to unify relativity and quantum theory. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.
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In the 1800s mathematicians introduced a formal theory of symmetry: group theory. Now a branch of abstract algebra, this subject first arose in the theory of equations. Symmetry is an immensely important concept in mathematics and throughout the sciences, and its applications range across the entire subject. Symmetry governs the structure of crystals, innumerable types of pattern formation, how systems change their state as parameters vary; and fundamental physics is governed by symmetries in the laws of nature.It is highly visual, with applications that include animal markings, locomotion, evolutionary biology, elastic buckling, waves, the shape of the Earth, and the form of galaxies. In this Very Short Introduction, Ian Stewart demonstrates its deep implications, and shows how it plays a major role in the current search to unify relativity and quantum theory. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.
Produktdetaljer
Sprog: Engelsk
Sider: 160
ISBN-13: 9780199651986
Indbinding: Paperback
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ISBN-10: 0199651981
Udg. Dato: 30 maj 2013
Længde: 9mm
Bredde: 112mm
Højde: 175mm
Forlag: Oxford University Press
Oplagsdato: 30 maj 2013
Forfatter(e): Ian Stewart
Forfatter(e) Ian Stewart


Kategori Grupper og gruppeteori


ISBN-13 9780199651986


Sprog Engelsk


Indbinding Paperback


Sider 160


Udgave


Længde 9mm


Bredde 112mm


Højde 175mm


Udg. Dato 30 maj 2013


Oplagsdato 30 maj 2013


Forlag Oxford University Press

Kategori sammenhænge