"Worlds Within Worlds: The Story of Nuclear Energy, Volume 3 (of 3)" by Isaac Asimov is a science book that wraps up a three-part series by looking closely at nuclear energy, especially fission, fusion, and what might come next in energy production. It explains how splitting atoms, called nuclear fission, turned into both a way to make electricity and the technology behind atomic bombs, focusing on the important experiments and scientists involved. The story then shifts to nuclear fusion, the energy source of the sun, and the difficulties scientists face in trying to recreate this process on Earth; plus, the book considers even more advanced energy ideas, such as using antimatter, making a strong case for why understanding nuclear energy is so important for today’s world.
Worlds Within Worlds: The Story of Nuclear Energy, Volume 3 (of 3) Nuclear Fission; Nuclear Fusion; Beyond Fusion
By Isaac Asimov
Journey into the core of matter to uncover the secrets of atomic power, from the splitting of atoms to the potential of harnessing the sun's energy, and beyond.
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About the AuthorIsaac Asimov was an American writer and professor of biochemistry at Boston University. During his lifetime, Asimov was considered one of the "Big Three" science fiction writers, along with Robert A. Heinlein and Arthur C. Clarke. A prolific writer, he wrote or edited more than 500 books. He also wrote an estimated 90,000 letters and postcards. Best known for his hard science fiction, Asimov also wrote mysteries and fantasy, as well as popular science and other non-fiction.
Isaac Asimov was an American writer and professor of biochemistry at Boston University. During his lifetime, Asimov was considered one of the "Big Three" science fiction writers, along with Robert A. Heinlein and Arthur C. Clarke. A prolific writer, he wrote or edited more than 500 books. He also wrote an estimated 90,000 letters and postcards. Best known for his hard science fiction, Asimov also wrote mysteries and fantasy, as well as popular science and other non-fiction.
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