Mathletics : a scientist explains 100 amazing things about the world of sports / John D. Barrow.
Mathletics : a scientist explains 100 amazing things about the world of sports / John D. Barrow.
Alternate Title
:
Scientist explains 100 amazing things about the world of sports
By
:
Barrow, John D., 1952-
Publication Date
:
2012
Publication Information
:
New York : W. W. Norton & Company,
Edition
:
1st American ed.
Physical Description
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xiv, 298 p. : ill.
Subject Term
:
Sports -- Mathematical models.
Sports sciences.
Force and energy.
Bibliography Note
:
Includes bibliographical references.
Summary
:
A math professor shows how math and physics can offer unexpected insights into the world of sports, from the g-forces experienced by gymnasts during the "giant swing" maneuver to an explanation as to why left-handed boxers have a strategic advantage.
Language
:
English
ISBN
:
9780393063417
| Library | Collection | Collection | Call Number | Status |
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| St. John's - A.C. Hunter (SJH) | Adult NFic | Adult Non-Fiction | 796 B27 | Checked In |