商品簡介
The general public needs to be better informed about scientific advances. So stresses Laidler (d. 2003), who taught chemistry at the University of Ottawa. Proceeding from the subatomic to cosmic level, he offers a generally accessible introduction to key advances and personalities in the major branches of physical science. A chapter each is devoted to biology and scientific methods. A glossary is included. Although the minimal math and measures used are lucidly explained, some points may still elude non-scientists. Annotation c2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
作者簡介
Keith J. Laidler?(1916 - 2003), Ph.D., was professor emeritus of chemistry at the University of Ottawa and the author of eleven books, including?To Light Such a Candle?(Oxford University Press, 1998), Science and Sensibility, and The Harmonious Universe (the latter two by Prometheus Books). He received numerous awards including the American Chemical Society’s prestigious Dexter Award "for outstanding contributions to the history of chemistry."
