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Magnetism: A Very Short Introduction

by Blundell, Stephen J
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In this Very Short Introduction, Stephen J. Blundell illuminates the mysterious force of magnetism. For centuries, magnetism has been used for various purposes--through compasses it gave us the ability to navigate, and through motors, generators, and turbines, it has given us power. Blundell explores our understanding of electricity and magnetism, from the work of Galvani, Ampere, Faraday, and Tesla, and describes how Maxwell and Faraday's work led to the unification of electricity and magnetism--one of the most imaginative developments in theoretical physics. Finally, he discusses the relationship between magnetism and relativity, quantum magnetism, and its impact on computers and information storage, showing how magnetism has changed our fundamental understanding of the Universe.

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BrandOxford University Press, USA
Pub dateJul 5, 2012
ISBN-100199601208
ISBN-139780199601202
Pages142
LanguageEnglish
Dimensions6.7 × 4.1 × 0.4 in
Weight0 lb
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