Symmetries in Physics - Philosophical Reflections (Paperback)

Symmetry considerations dominate modern fundamental physics, both in quantum theory and in relativity. This book presents a collection of philosophy-on-physics papers, highlighting the main issues and controversies, and providing an entry into the subject for both physicists and philosophers. It covers topical issues such as the significance of gauge symmetry, particle identity in quantum theory, how to make sense of parity violation, the role of symmetry-breaking, the empirical status of symmetry principles, and so forth, along with more traditional problems in the philosophy of science. These include the status of the laws of nature, the relationships between mathematics, physical theory, and the world, and the extent to which mathematics dictates physics. A valuable reference for students and researchers, it will also be of interest to those studying the foundations of physics, philosophy of physics and philosophy of science.

General

Imprint:	Cambridge UniversityPress
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	2010
First published:	October 2009
Editors:	Katherine Brading • Elena Castellani
Dimensions:	244 x 170 x 24mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - Trade
Pages:	460
ISBN-13:	978-0-521-52889-4
Categories:	Books > Science & Mathematics > Physics > General Promotions
LSN:	0-521-52889-5
Barcode:	9780521528894

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