The Penguin Dictionary of Physics

Synopsis of The Penguin Dictionary of Physics

«The Penguin Dictionary of Physics» is the physics dictionary edited by Valerie H. Pitt, published by Penguin in paperback (432 pages, in English).

Reference work bringing together definitions of physics terms and concepts. The cover illustrations reflect its scope: optics (magnifying glass, telephoto lens, zoom lens compensation), electricity and acoustics (conductor, condenser microphone), color (luminance, saturation) and instruments such as the Regnault hygrometer.

First published in 1977, this title belongs to the Penguin Reference Books series.

Reference work intended for students and the general public interested in physics terminology.