As Far As We Know: Conversations about Science, Life and the Universe
Authors: Callaghan Paul & Hill Kim
As Far As We Know answers some of the oldest and most perplexing questions that have been posed about science – from what existed before the Big Bang to the rise of homo sapiens. In their discussions, popular broadcaster Kim Hill and top scientist Paul Callaghan consider some of the most momentous concepts of our time and in the process make science understandable and, above all, entertaining and interesting.
Topics discussed include:
- What is life?
- Evolution
- Sex
- Nanotechnology
- The climate of planet earth
- The cosmos
- Quantum mechanics
'These conversations cover all the key ideas of science – how science enables us to understand ourselves, our essential technology, and our threatened environment. They remind us that science is an unending quest: each advance brings into focus some new questions It's a pleasure to recommend this book.'
Professor Martin Rees, Lord Rees of Ludlow Kt PRS
President, Royal Society of London
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| Published: |
20 August 2007 |
| Format: |
Paperback
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224 pages
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| RRP: |
$32.95 |
| ISBN-13: |
9780143007142 |
| Imprint: |
Penguin |
| Publisher: |
Penguin NZ |
| Origin: |
New Zealand |
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Category:
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Science: General Issues
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