Physics Around the Clock: Adventures in the Science of Everyday Living
Physics not only shapes the cosmos but every aspect of our lives. Physics Around the Clock is an illuminating and fun journey through the physics of everyday life. From the thermodynamics of cooking the perfect pizza, or what ‘plate’ mechanics says about how to cut your fingernails, to the optimal way to board an airplane, this lively book explains what physics can reveal about so many seemingly ordinary aspects of everyday living.

In this fun and fascinating book, Physics World news editor Michael Banks follows a typical day, beginning at breakfast and the morning routine, and moving through typical daytime activities and evening pursuits, including sports, gardening, looking after pets, socializing and playing games, and enjoying a take-away and film. Binding it all together is physics and what physical theories or experimental techniques can reveal about our everyday situations.
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Physics Around the Clock: Adventures in the Science of Everyday Living
Physics not only shapes the cosmos but every aspect of our lives. Physics Around the Clock is an illuminating and fun journey through the physics of everyday life. From the thermodynamics of cooking the perfect pizza, or what ‘plate’ mechanics says about how to cut your fingernails, to the optimal way to board an airplane, this lively book explains what physics can reveal about so many seemingly ordinary aspects of everyday living.

In this fun and fascinating book, Physics World news editor Michael Banks follows a typical day, beginning at breakfast and the morning routine, and moving through typical daytime activities and evening pursuits, including sports, gardening, looking after pets, socializing and playing games, and enjoying a take-away and film. Binding it all together is physics and what physical theories or experimental techniques can reveal about our everyday situations.
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Physics Around the Clock: Adventures in the Science of Everyday Living

Physics Around the Clock: Adventures in the Science of Everyday Living

by Michael Banks
Physics Around the Clock: Adventures in the Science of Everyday Living

Physics Around the Clock: Adventures in the Science of Everyday Living

by Michael Banks

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Overview

Physics not only shapes the cosmos but every aspect of our lives. Physics Around the Clock is an illuminating and fun journey through the physics of everyday life. From the thermodynamics of cooking the perfect pizza, or what ‘plate’ mechanics says about how to cut your fingernails, to the optimal way to board an airplane, this lively book explains what physics can reveal about so many seemingly ordinary aspects of everyday living.

In this fun and fascinating book, Physics World news editor Michael Banks follows a typical day, beginning at breakfast and the morning routine, and moving through typical daytime activities and evening pursuits, including sports, gardening, looking after pets, socializing and playing games, and enjoying a take-away and film. Binding it all together is physics and what physical theories or experimental techniques can reveal about our everyday situations.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781493094363
Publisher: Globe Pequot Publishing
Publication date: 04/07/2026
Pages: 304
Product dimensions: 5.00(w) x 8.00(h) x 0.85(d)

About the Author

Michael Banks is the news editor of Physics World magazine. He writes and edits various articles, records podcasts, and narrates videos. He has contributed to Nature, BBC Focus, and Science Uncovered, and appeared on BBC Radio 4 and at science festivals. Michael holds a PhD in condensed matter physics.
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