Building Blocks of Matter: A Supplement to the Macmillan Encyclopedia of Physics. John S. Rigden, ed. New York: Macmillan Reference USA, 2003. 530 pp.

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Title:Building Blocks of Matter: A Supplement to the Macmillan Encyclopedia of Physics
Editor(s):John S. Rigden
Imprint:Macmillan Reference USA
Place of Publication:New York
Publication Year:2003
Total Pages:530
ISBN:978-0-02-865703-5
eISBN:978-0-02-865921-3
Format:Encyclopedia
Frequency:Monographs
Language:English
Audience: Academic
Gale Subject Headings:Nuclear and particle physics; Physics
LC Subject(s):Particles (Nuclear physics)
Description:This supplement to the Macmillan Encyclopedia of Physics presents the most recent data on particle physics. Reviews all observed and theoretical particles known to date, retracing the history of each particle's discovery and function. Covers current research; practical applications both hypothetical and actual; and provides biographical entries on scientists who made significant contributions. Case studies and experiments round out the broad range of topics covered.
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Copyright Statement:COPYRIGHT 2003 Macmillan Reference USA, COPYRIGHT 2006 Gale, Cengage Learning