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Atomic Accidents

A History of Nuclear Meltdowns and Disasters; From the Ozark Mountains to Fukushima

de James Mahaffey ...

Narrado por Tom Weiner ...

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15 hora 54 minutos

A gripping narrative of nuclear mishaps and meltdowns around the globe, all of which have proven pivotal to the advancement of nuclear scienceFrom the moment radiation was discovered in the late nineteenth century, nuclear science has had a rich history of innovative scientific exploration and discovery, coupled with mistakes, accidents, and downright disasters. Mahaffey, a long-time advocate of ... Leer más

$29.99 USD

A gripping narrative of nuclear mishaps and meltdowns around the globe, all of which have proven pivotal to the advancement of nuclear scienceFrom the moment radiation was discovered in the late nineteenth century, nuclear science has had a rich history of innovative scientific exploration and discovery, coupled with mistakes, accidents, and downright disasters. Mahaffey, a long-time advocate of
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Midnight in Chernobyl

The Story of the World's Greatest Nuclear Disaster

de Adam Higginbotham ...

Narrado por Jacques Roy ...

Completo

13 hora 55 minutos

One of AudioFile’s Best Audiobooks of 2019!A New York Times Best Book of the YearA Time Best Book of the YearA Kirkus Reviews Best Nonfiction Book of the Year2020 Andrew Carnegie Medals for Excellence Winner**From journalist Adam Higginbotham, the New York Times bestselling “account that reads almost like the script for a mov... ... Leer más

$29.99 USD

One of AudioFile’s Best Audiobooks of 2019!A New York Times Best Book of the YearA Time Best Book of the YearA Kirkus Reviews Best Nonfiction Book of the Year2020 Andrew Carnegie Medals for Excellence Winner**From journalist Adam Higginbotham, the New York Times bestselling “account that reads almost like the script for a mov...
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Quanta and Fields

The Biggest Ideas in the Universe

de Sean Carroll ...

Narrado por Sean Carroll ...

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9 hora 49 minutos

Quanta and Fields, the second book of Sean Carroll’s already internationally acclaimed series The Biggest Ideas in the Universe, is an adventure into the bare stuff of reality.Sean Carroll is creating a profoundly new approach to sharing physics with a broad audience, one that goes beyond analogies to show how physicists really think. He cuts to the bare mathematical essence of our most profound ... Leer más

$20.00 USD

Quanta and Fields, the second book of Sean Carroll’s already internationally acclaimed series The Biggest Ideas in the Universe, is an adventure into the bare stuff of reality.Sean Carroll is creating a profoundly new approach to sharing physics with a broad audience, one that goes beyond analogies to show how physicists really think. He cuts to the bare mathematical essence of our most profound
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Thorium-Powered Abundance

Fuel for Bold Space Exploration, Sustainable Energy, Plentiful Freshwater, Thriving Agriculture

de Michael Anderson ...

Narrado por Michael Anderson ...

Completo

6 hora 29 minutos

Thorium may be the most important element you've never heard of; one that could reshape the future of energy, water, food, and even space exploration.Unlike uranium, thorium is abundant, safer to use, and capable of fueling molten salt reactors that run cleanly and efficiently. Imagine an energy source two hundred times more efficient than today's nuclear plants. A lifetime supply of fuel could ... Leer más

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Thorium may be the most important element you've never heard of; one that could reshape the future of energy, water, food, and even space exploration.Unlike uranium, thorium is abundant, safer to use, and capable of fueling molten salt reactors that run cleanly and efficiently. Imagine an energy source two hundred times more efficient than today's nuclear plants. A lifetime supply of fuel could
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The Pope of Physics

Enrico Fermi and the Birth of the Atomic Age

de Bettina Hoerlin, Gino Segre ...

Narrado por Tim Campbell ...

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10 hora 39 minutos

Enrico Fermi is unquestionably among the greats of the world's physicists, the most famous Italian scientist since Galileo. Called the Pope by his peers, he was regarded as infallible in his instincts and research. His discoveries changed our world; they led to weapons of mass destruction and conversely to life-saving medical interventions.This unassuming man struggled with issues relevant today, ... Leer más

$19.99 USD

Enrico Fermi is unquestionably among the greats of the world's physicists, the most famous Italian scientist since Galileo. Called the Pope by his peers, he was regarded as infallible in his instincts and research. His discoveries changed our world; they led to weapons of mass destruction and conversely to life-saving medical interventions.This unassuming man struggled with issues relevant today,
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Nuclear Physics

A Very Short Introduction

de Frank Close ...

Narrado por Nigel Patterson ...

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3 hora 30 minutos

Nuclear physics began long before the identification of fundamental particles, with J. J. Thomson's discovery of the electron at the end of the nineteenth century, which implied the existence of a positive charge in the atom to make it neutral. In this Very Short Introduction, Frank Close gives an account of how this area of physics has progressed, including the recognition of how heavy nuclei are ... Leer más

$13.99 USD

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Nuclear physics began long before the identification of fundamental particles, with J. J. Thomson's discovery of the electron at the end of the nineteenth century, which implied the existence of a positive charge in the atom to make it neutral. In this Very Short Introduction, Frank Close gives an account of how this area of physics has progressed, including the recognition of how heavy nuclei are
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Nuclear Age Explained: From Splitting the Atom to Today’s Geopolitics in 10 Clear Lessons

de Adrian Holbrook ...

Narrado por Adrian Holbrook ...

Completo

1 horas 58 minutos

Master the gripping geopolitical history and complex science of the atomic bomb without needing a physics degree. Perfect for an illuminating morning commute, this tense yet accessible narrative breaks down how invisible particles forged global security and pushed humanity to the brink of destruction.Transform your daily walk into a deep-focus learning experience as you navigate the high-stakes ... Leer más

$9.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Master the gripping geopolitical history and complex science of the atomic bomb without needing a physics degree. Perfect for an illuminating morning commute, this tense yet accessible narrative breaks down how invisible particles forged global security and pushed humanity to the brink of destruction.Transform your daily walk into a deep-focus learning experience as you navigate the high-stakes
... Leer más
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String Theory Explained: A Friendly Guide to the Smallest Strings, the Biggest Universes, and Whether Any of It Might Be True

de Daniel Mercer ...

Narrado por Daniel Mercer ...

Completo

1 horas 54 minutos

Master the mind-bending physics of string theory and quantum mechanics without touching a single complex math equation. Whether you are unwinding on an evening walk or seeking deep focus during a long commute, this awe-inspiring exploration makes the universe's deepest mysteries totally approachable. Say goodbye to frustrating, jargon-heavy science lectures and hello to absolute clarity.Journey ... Leer más

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Master the mind-bending physics of string theory and quantum mechanics without touching a single complex math equation. Whether you are unwinding on an evening walk or seeking deep focus during a long commute, this awe-inspiring exploration makes the universe's deepest mysteries totally approachable. Say goodbye to frustrating, jargon-heavy science lectures and hello to absolute clarity.Journey
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Tuxedo Park

A Wall Street Tycoon and the Secret Palace of Science That Changed the Course of World War II

de Jennet Conant ...

Narrado por John Kroft ...

Completo

13 hora 40 minutos

The untold story of an eccentric Wall Street tycoon and the circle of scientific geniuses he assembled before World War II to develop the science for radar and the atomic bomb. Together they changed the course of history.Legendary financier, philanthropist, and society figure Alfred Lee Loomis gathered the most visionary scientific minds of the twentieth century—Albert Einstein, Werner Heisenberg, ... Leer más

$24.99 USD

The untold story of an eccentric Wall Street tycoon and the circle of scientific geniuses he assembled before World War II to develop the science for radar and the atomic bomb. Together they changed the course of history.Legendary financier, philanthropist, and society figure Alfred Lee Loomis gathered the most visionary scientific minds of the twentieth century—Albert Einstein, Werner Heisenberg,
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Particle Physics Made Simple

An essential guide for busy people, in everyday Language

de Turing App ...

Narrado por Digital Voice Madison G ...

Series series Advanced Physics in Everyday Language
Completo

1 horas 46 minutos

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Journey into the world of Particle Physics by cracking open the Atom. From Electrons to Quarks, Neutrinos to Positrons, you'll meet the full cast of the Standard Model of Particle Physics, the fundamental particles that build everything from your body to black holes.We'll explore the wild experiments that proved atoms aren't indivisible, the rise of ... Leer más

$1.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Journey into the world of Particle Physics by cracking open the Atom. From Electrons to Quarks, Neutrinos to Positrons, you'll meet the full cast of the Standard Model of Particle Physics, the fundamental particles that build everything from your body to black holes.We'll explore the wild experiments that proved atoms aren't indivisible, the rise of
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Nuclear Energy for Beginners: A Beginner's Guide to the Power Released by Splitting Atoms

de Michael Harlan ...

Narrado por Michael Harlan ...

Completo

1 horas 51 minutos

Demystify atomic power and explore clean energy alternatives through clear, conversational science for everyday learners. Whether you are commuting and looking to expand your mind or seeking objective facts about the climate crisis, this journey breaks down complex physics into simple, relatable mental pictures.Step inside a working reactor to see exactly how uranium fuel transforms into the ... Leer más

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Demystify atomic power and explore clean energy alternatives through clear, conversational science for everyday learners. Whether you are commuting and looking to expand your mind or seeking objective facts about the climate crisis, this journey breaks down complex physics into simple, relatable mental pictures.Step inside a working reactor to see exactly how uranium fuel transforms into the
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Nuclear Physics

de Introbooks Team ...

Narrado por Andrea Giordani ...

Completo

38 minutos

From the spectra of hydrogen to the cosmic showers, and the Gamma ray bursts, several interesting concepts of Nuclear physics are discussed in the useful notes that are dedicated to all levels of readers. Basic information purview is done keeping in mind of the beginners, as well as the intermediates. Upper undergraduate basic essentials are demonstrated too. In the first chapter all the knowledge ... Leer más

$3.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

From the spectra of hydrogen to the cosmic showers, and the Gamma ray bursts, several interesting concepts of Nuclear physics are discussed in the useful notes that are dedicated to all levels of readers. Basic information purview is done keeping in mind of the beginners, as well as the intermediates. Upper undergraduate basic essentials are demonstrated too. In the first chapter all the knowledge
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Atomic Bombs

The History and Abomination of Nuclear War

de Kelly Mass ...

Narrado por Digital Voice Morgan G ...

Completo

49 minutos

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.The story of nuclear weapons begins not with military ambitions but with pure scientific curiosity and the revolutionary discoveries that transformed our understanding of matter and energy in the early twentieth century. The journey toward splitting the atom emerged from the work of physicists like Marie and Pierre Curie, who discovered radioactivity, ... Leer más

$2.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.The story of nuclear weapons begins not with military ambitions but with pure scientific curiosity and the revolutionary discoveries that transformed our understanding of matter and energy in the early twentieth century. The journey toward splitting the atom emerged from the work of physicists like Marie and Pierre Curie, who discovered radioactivity,
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Survival Skills for Kids: Tackle Emergencies While Exploring the Great Outdoors (A Complete Outdoor Survival Skills Book for Kids Ready for Adventure)

de Albert Goldberg ...

Narrado por Digital Voice Mason G ...

Completo

1 horas 33 minutos

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Are you searching for ways to encourage children to get off screens and embrace the great outdoors?Do you worry about your child's safety and independence as they explore nature and learn valuable life skills?Are you keen to provide an educational yet fun gift that transforms outdoor adventures into unforgettable learning experiences?Many parents, ... Leer más

$5.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Are you searching for ways to encourage children to get off screens and embrace the great outdoors?Do you worry about your child's safety and independence as they explore nature and learn valuable life skills?Are you keen to provide an educational yet fun gift that transforms outdoor adventures into unforgettable learning experiences?Many parents,
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What If Nuclear War Happens: A Sober, Science-Based Guide to Surviving, Coping, and Rebuilding After the Unthinkable

de Andrew Keller ...

Narrado por Andrew Keller ...

Completo

2 hora 4 minutos

Transform paralyzing disaster anxiety into practical survival preparedness with this grounded, science-based guide. Navigate rising global tensions and the daily news cycle without fear by understanding exactly what happens during a nuclear exchange. You will learn to replace vague dread with actionable crisis management strategies tailored for everyday individuals.Whether you are safeguarding ... Leer más

$9.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Transform paralyzing disaster anxiety into practical survival preparedness with this grounded, science-based guide. Navigate rising global tensions and the daily news cycle without fear by understanding exactly what happens during a nuclear exchange. You will learn to replace vague dread with actionable crisis management strategies tailored for everyday individuals.Whether you are safeguarding
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Trinity

The Treachery and Pursuit of the Most Dangerous Spy in History

de Frank Close ...

Narrado por Anthony Howell ...

Completo

20 hora 56 minutos

Brought to you by Penguin.'Trinity' was the codename for the test explosion of the atomic bomb in New Mexico on 16 July 1945. This exceptional book - Trinity - tells the story of the bomb's metaphorical father, Rudolf Peierls; his intellectual son, the atomic spy, Klaus Fuchs, and the ghosts of the security services in Britain, the USA and USSR.Against the background of pre-war Nazi Germany, the ... Leer más

$21.99 USD

Brought to you by Penguin.'Trinity' was the codename for the test explosion of the atomic bomb in New Mexico on 16 July 1945. This exceptional book - Trinity - tells the story of the bomb's metaphorical father, Rudolf Peierls; his intellectual son, the atomic spy, Klaus Fuchs, and the ghosts of the security services in Britain, the USA and USSR.Against the background of pre-war Nazi Germany, the
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Marie Curie

History of the Pioneer Radioactivity Researcher

de Kelly Mass ...

Narrado por Chris Newman ...

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48 minutos

Marie Salomea Skodowska Curie was a Polish-born, naturalized-French researcher and chemist who originated radioactivity research. She was the first woman to win the Nobel Prize, the first and only woman to win it two times, and the only individual to win the Nobel Prize in 2 different clinical classifications.Her first Nobel Prize was co-won by her spouse, Pierre Curie, making them the first ... Leer más

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Marie Salomea Skodowska Curie was a Polish-born, naturalized-French researcher and chemist who originated radioactivity research. She was the first woman to win the Nobel Prize, the first and only woman to win it two times, and the only individual to win the Nobel Prize in 2 different clinical classifications.Her first Nobel Prize was co-won by her spouse, Pierre Curie, making them the first
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Manual for Survival

A Chernobyl Guide to the Future

de Kate Brown ...

Narrado por Christina Delaine ...

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12 hora 53 minutos

Dear Comrades! Since the accident at the Chernobyl power plant, there has been a detailed analysis of the radioactivity of the food and territory of your population point. The results show that living and working in your village will cause no harm to adults or children.So began a pamphlet issued by the Ukrainian Ministry of Health—which, despite its optimistic beginnings, went on to warn its ... Leer más

$25.99 USD

Dear Comrades! Since the accident at the Chernobyl power plant, there has been a detailed analysis of the radioactivity of the food and territory of your population point. The results show that living and working in your village will cause no harm to adults or children.So began a pamphlet issued by the Ukrainian Ministry of Health—which, despite its optimistic beginnings, went on to warn its
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Oppenheimer: The Genius and the Fallout

"Master 'Oppenheimer: The Genius and the Fallout' with powerful audio lessons for top performance."

de Landon Hale ...

Narrado por Nick Porter ...

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2 hora 19 minutos

Oppenheimer: The Genius and the Fallout⭐⭐ Simplified Audio Guide ⭐⭐Are you looking to deepen your understanding of Oppenheimer's impact and scientific legacy?Seeking a comprehensive guide that provides all the necessary elements to grasp the significance of his contributions?Your search ends here!This guide serves as your definitive companion for exploring, applying ... ... Leer más

$5.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Oppenheimer: The Genius and the Fallout⭐⭐ Simplified Audio Guide ⭐⭐Are you looking to deepen your understanding of Oppenheimer's impact and scientific legacy?Seeking a comprehensive guide that provides all the necessary elements to grasp the significance of his contributions?Your search ends here!This guide serves as your definitive companion for exploring, applying ...
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Hell Bomb, The

de William L. Laurence ...

Narrado por Nathan Edwards ...

Completo

3 hora 46 minutos

The Hell Bomb by Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist William L. Laurence is a sobering, meticulously detailed account of the dawn of the hydrogen bomb era. Written in the early 1950s, this scientific and political examination offers a front-row perspective on one of the most terrifying technological advancements in human history. Drawing on firsthand experiences from his time at Los Alamos and ... Leer más

$6.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

The Hell Bomb by Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist William L. Laurence is a sobering, meticulously detailed account of the dawn of the hydrogen bomb era. Written in the early 1950s, this scientific and political examination offers a front-row perspective on one of the most terrifying technological advancements in human history. Drawing on firsthand experiences from his time at Los Alamos and
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Jai Bharat Jai Jagat Bhag 2 - Anvastra, Anuvidnyan

de अविनाश धर्माधिकारी ...

Narrado por Avinash Dharmadhikari ...

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1 horas 50 minutos

अविनाश धर्माधिकारी यांचे गाजलेले व्याख्यान 'जय भारत जय जगत भाग २-अण्वस्त्र अणुविज्ञान ' ... Leer más

$3.99 USD

अविनाश धर्माधिकारी यांचे गाजलेले व्याख्यान 'जय भारत जय जगत भाग २-अण्वस्त्र अणुविज्ञान '
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Half Lives

The Unlikely History of Radium

de Lucy Jane Santos ...

Narrado por Deirdra Whelan ...

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7 hora 38 minutos

The fascinating, curious, and sometimes macabre history of radium as seen in its uses in everyday lifeOf all the radioactive elements discovered at the end of the nineteenth century, it was radium that became the focus of both public fascination and entrepreneurial zeal.Half Lives tells the fascinating, curious, sometimes macabre story of the element through its ascendance as a desirable item—a ... Leer más

$22.95 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

The fascinating, curious, and sometimes macabre history of radium as seen in its uses in everyday lifeOf all the radioactive elements discovered at the end of the nineteenth century, it was radium that became the focus of both public fascination and entrepreneurial zeal.Half Lives tells the fascinating, curious, sometimes macabre story of the element through its ascendance as a desirable item—a
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Particle Panic!

How Popular Media and Popularized Science Feed Public Fears of Particle Accelerator Experiments

de Kristine Larsen ...

Narrado por Jennifer Jill Araya ...

Series series The Science and Fiction Series
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8 hora 19 minutos

From novels and short stories to television and film, popular media has made a cottage industry of predicting that the end of the world will be caused by particle accelerators. Rather than allay such fears, public pronouncements by particle scientists themselves often unwittingly fan the flames of hysteria.This audiobook surveys media depictions of particle accelerator physics and the perceived ... Leer más

$19.95 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

From novels and short stories to television and film, popular media has made a cottage industry of predicting that the end of the world will be caused by particle accelerators. Rather than allay such fears, public pronouncements by particle scientists themselves often unwittingly fan the flames of hysteria.This audiobook surveys media depictions of particle accelerator physics and the perceived
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Nuclear Fusion: The Decades-Long Quest to Capture the Power of the Stars

de Michael Hartmann ...

Narrado por Michael Hartmann ...

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1 horas 57 minutos

Journey into the heart of a star and explore the high-stakes science history of our quest for limitless clean energy. Perfect for your morning commute, this awe-inspiring narrative transforms complex physics into a gripping story of Cold War geopolitics and modern technological rivalry.Satisfy your intellectual curiosity as stubborn engineers battle unforgiving mathematics and rebellious plasma in ... Leer más

$9.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Journey into the heart of a star and explore the high-stakes science history of our quest for limitless clean energy. Perfect for your morning commute, this awe-inspiring narrative transforms complex physics into a gripping story of Cold War geopolitics and modern technological rivalry.Satisfy your intellectual curiosity as stubborn engineers battle unforgiving mathematics and rebellious plasma in
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