Niels bohr biography book

Danish physicist (–)

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Niels Henrik David Bohr (7 October – 18 November ) was a Danish theoretical physicist who made foundational contributions to understanding atomic structure and quantum theory, for which he received the Nobel Prize in Physics in Bohr was also a philosopher and a promoter of scientific research.

Bohr developed the Bohr model of the atom, in which he proposed that energy levels of electrons are discrete and that the electrons revolve in stable orbits around the atomic nucleus but can jump from one energy level (or orbit) to another. Although the Bohr model has been supplanted by other models, its underlying principles remain valid. He conceived the principle of complementarity: that items could be separately analysed in terms of contradictory properties, like behaving as a wave or a stream of particles. The notion of complementarity dominated Bohr's thinking in both science and ph

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Harmony and Unity: The Life of Niels Bohr

“Blaedel has addressed himself to the task of writing a full-length biography that covers all facets of his subject and that emphasizes that they form part of one harmonious unity. I think that on the whole he has succeeded remarkably well. He gives an accurate picture of the man theorists of my generation both admired and loved. And not only of the physicist: Bohr’s relations with his family and in particular with his wife, an admirable woman, are drawn with sympathy and understanding. Blaedel’s sketch of the atmosphere at Bohr’s institute in Copenhagen is true to life; it will raise nostalgic memories among those who, like myself, experienced it [Blaedel] has produced a fitting tribute to a great scientist and a noble man.” — H.B.G. Casimir, Nature

“The book is intended primarily for nonphysicists; nevertheless it offers extensive (albeit nontechnical) accounts of all aspects of Bohr’s scientific work. The consistent emphasis, howe

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Biography of Niels Bohr

Niels Bohr, the Danish physicist and Nobel laureate, transformed our understanding of atomic structure and quantum theory. Born in in Copenhagen, Bohr’s innovative ideas, including the Bohr model of the atom, revolutionized science and paved the way for modern physics. This biography traces his academic journey, his pivotal role in advancing quantum mechanics, and his contributions to the development of nuclear research. Bohr’s dedication to scientific collaboration and his efforts to promote international peace during the atomic age highlight his influence beyond the lab. This book provides an engaging portrait of Bohr’s life, his scientific breakthroughs, and his profound impact on the field of physics and humanity as a whole.