Understanding Quantum Physics

Gr 10 Up—Providing readers with a solid overview of matter, energy, waves, and particles, this series explains the basic principles of physics in a practical and understandable manner. Using real-life examples, such as the arc of a basketball, each volume effectively illustrates unfamiliar concepts and terminology that may otherwise be difficult to comprehend. Vivid photographs work in tandem with black-and-white photos or reproductions of illustrations depicting well-known scientists to convey past and present accomplishments in each field, while sidebars engage readers with lesser-known theories and anecdotes, striking a nice balance between presenting facts and acknowledging the people behind the science. Although the books switch between standard and metric measurement, this inconsistency can certainly be overlooked.