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Asimov, Isaac
1920
1992
Worlds Within Worlds: The Story of Nuclear Energy, Volume 1 (of 3)
Atomic Weights; Energy; Electricity
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"Worlds Within Worlds: The Story of Nuclear Energy, Volume 1 (of 3)" by Isaac Asimov is a scientific publication written during the early 1970s. This book serves as an accessible introduction to the nature and significance of nuclear energy, exploring the fundamental concepts of atoms, electricity, and energy. It aims to educate the general public about the developments in nuclear science and its implications for humanity. The content of this volume delves into several key themes, beginning with the historical foundations of atomic theory and the properties of various elements. Asimov explains critical concepts such as atomic weights, the structure of the atom, and the significance of radioactivity. He explores the discovery of electrons and their role in electricity, leading to an understanding of chemical energy and the conservation of energy laws. Notably, the book highlights the energy produced from nuclear reactions, such as fission, asserting the profound implications for future energy developments and the transformative potential of harnessing nuclear energy for both beneficial and harmful purposes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 60.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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