Physics in the kitchen
(Book)
Author
Published
Cham, Switzerland : Springer, [2023].
Format
Book
ISBN
9783031344060, 3031344065
Physical Desc
ix, 208 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm
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| Location | Call Number | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Lakes Region - Adult | 530 VEK | On Hold Shelf |
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Published
Cham, Switzerland : Springer, [2023].
Language
English
ISBN
9783031344060, 3031344065
Notes
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references
Description
Do you know why honey drips whereas ketchup refuses to budge in the bottle? Or what kettles have in common with power stations, or how to cook with radar? This delightful and accessible book provides a smorgasbord and a whirlwind tour of the multitude of physical phenomena that occur in a kitchen: from the diffusion of nutrients during cooking to how an extractor fan works, how smells disperse, and where quantum effects are hidden. These and numerous other fascinating phenomena are served up in an engaging manner that will fascinate and tantalise the taste buds of anyone who enjoys eating, cooking or simply spending time in the kitchen. No specialist technical or mathematical knowledge is required to enjoy this book. Tuck right in and discover the universe of physical laws in your very own kitchen..
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Jul 2024
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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Vekinis, G. (2023). Physics in the kitchen . Springer.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Vekinis, George. 2023. Physics in the Kitchen. Springer.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Vekinis, George. Physics in the Kitchen Springer, 2023.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Vekinis, George. Physics in the Kitchen Springer, 2023.
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