The Universe Inside You: The Extreme Science of the Human Body From Quantum Theory to the Mysteries of the Brain
of Brian Clegg (Goodreads Author)
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In the sequel to his best-selling Inflight Science, Brian Clegg offers a spectacular tour through the human body.He explores mitochondria, in-cell powerhouses once separate creatures; how your eyes consume million-year-old photons of light; your many senses, which include the ability to detect warps in space and time; and why meeting an attractive person can turn you into a gibbering idiot.Brian Clegg is a science writer who lives in Wiltshire, England. His previous books include Before the Big Bang (St Martin's Griffin, 2011) and Inflight Science (Totem Books, 2011).
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- Format Paperback
- Pages 224 pages
- Publisher Icon Books
- Publication Date June 19th 2012
- First Publication Not informed
- Language English
- ISBN 9781848313538
- Edition Not informed
- Category Science & Technology
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