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The Nature of Matter: Understanding the Physical World

Duration
12H 5min
Language
English
Format
Category

Non-fiction

Discover how the immense variety of matter—stars, mountains, plants, people—is made by a limited number of elements that combine in simple ways. In the engaging lectures of The Nature of Matter, no scientific background is needed to appreciate everyday miracles like a bouncing rubber ball or water’s astonishing power to dissolve. Knowledge of materials drives the development of civilization. Where will we go next?

© 2023 The Great Courses (Audiobook): 9781682766705

Release date

Audiobook: September 13, 2023

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