Isbn: 9780470114605 - what's science ever done for us?: what the simpsons can teach us about physics, robots, life, and the universe (18 Ergebnisse)

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Zustand: Good. : Este libro explora la ciencia presentada en la popular serie animada Los Simpson. A través de los episodios, se examinan temas como la mutación genética, los viajes en el tiempo y la inteligencia artificial. Esta guía científica informa a los fanáticos de Los Simpson y entretiene a los aficionados a la ciencia con una combinación de diversión y datos. Se analizan episodios clásicos para lanzar debates científicos fascinantes mezclados con ideas especulativas y humor. ¿Podría el lente gravitacional crear ilusiones ópticas? ¿Es el efecto Coriolis lo suficientemente fuerte como para hacer que todos los inodoros en el hemisferio sur descarguen en el sentido de las agujas del reloj? Si la Tierra estuviera en peligro, ¿tendría sentido abordar un cohete y dirigirse a Marte? Paul Halpern explora las posibilidades teóricas que involucran la teoría de la dilatación del tiempo de Einstein. EAN: 9780470114605 Tipo: Libros Categoría: Ciencia Ficción|Entretenimiento Título: What's Science Ever Done For Us Autor: Paul Halpern Editorial: Wiley Idioma: en Páginas: 272 Formato: tapa blanda.…

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Softcover. Zustand: Fine. Leichte Kratzer / Abnutzungen / Druckstellen; Leichte Verschmutzung / Farbtonveranderung. This amusing book explores the intersection of science and the beloved animated series, The Simpsons. Over the years, the show has tackled topics like genetic mutation, time travel, artificial intelligence, and aliens. It delves into these themes through the lens of America's favorite cartoon, providing an entertaining yet informative guide for both fans and science enthusiasts. The book serves as a delightful companion to the upcoming Simpsons movie, presenting a roadmap of contemporary scientific issues. This unauthorized exploration examines classic episodes to spark engaging scientific discussions, blending intriguing speculative ideas with humor. It poses questions such as whether gravitational lensing can create optical illusions like Homer's encounter with the invisible man, or if the Coriolis effect really makes toilets in the Southern Hemisphere flush clockwise, as Bart wondered. It also considers the logic of boarding a rocket to Mars in times of peril, as Marge, Lisa, and Maggie did. Additionally, it explores the theoretical implications of Einstein's theory of time dilation, as Bart and Milhouse dream of stopping time. Paul Halpern, PhD, a Professor of Physics and Mathematics at the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia, brings his expertise to this fun and engaging examination of science through the lens of a cultural icon. …

Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. movie tie in edition. 262 pages. 9.25x6.25x0.75 inches. In Stock.

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Zustand: New. This is a Brand-new US Edition. This Item may be shipped from US or any other country as we have multiple locations worldwide.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A playful and entertaining look at science on The Simpsons This amusing book explores science as presented on the longest running and most popular animated TV series ever made: The Simpsons. Over the years, the show has examined such issues as genetic mutation, time travel, artificial intelligence, and even aliens. 'What s Science Ever Done for Us ' examines these and many other topics through the lens of America s favorite cartoon. This spirited science guide will inform Simpsons fans and entertain science buffs with a delightful combination of fun and fact. It will be the perfect companion to the upcoming Simpsons movie. The Simpsons is a magnificent roadmap of modern issues in science. This completely unauthorized, informative, and fun exploration of the science and technology, connected with the world s most famous cartoon family, looks at classic episodes from the show to launch fascinating scientific discussions mixed with intriguing speculative ideas and a dose of humor. Could gravitational lensing create optical illusions, such as when Homer saw someone invisible to everyone else Is the Coriolis effect strong enough to make all toilets in the Southern Hemisphere flush clockwise, as Bart was so keen to find out If Earth were in peril, would it make sense to board a rocket, as Marge, Lisa, and Maggie did, and head to Mars While Bart and Millhouse can t stop time and have fun forever, Paul Halpern explores the theoretical possibilities involving Einstein s theory of time dilation. Paul Halpern, PhD (Philadelphia, PA) is Professor of Physics and Mathematics at the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia and a 2002 recipient of a John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Fellowship. He is also the author of The Great Beyond (0 471 46595 X). …

Zustand: New. A playful and entertaining look at science on The Simpsons This amusing book explores science as presented on the longest running and most popular animated TV series ever made: The Simpsons. Over the years, the show has examined such issues as genetic mutat.