From cosmos to chaos the science of unpredictability
Looking at the role of probability in modern science, this book explains the importance of the need to deal with uncertainty and incomplete knowledge. It also covers developments in physics such as superstrings and dark energy, and draws lessons for everyday life
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| Format: | eBook |
| Language: | English |
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Oxford
Oxford University Press
2006, 2006
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| Collection: | Oxford University Press - Collection details see MPG.ReNa |
| Summary: | Looking at the role of probability in modern science, this book explains the importance of the need to deal with uncertainty and incomplete knowledge. It also covers developments in physics such as superstrings and dark energy, and draws lessons for everyday life |
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| Physical Description: | 216 p. ill |
| ISBN: | 9780191718250 0191718254 |