What If? Serious Scientific Answers to Absurd Hypothetical Questions

What If? Serious Scientific Answers to Absurd Hypothetical Questions

Randall Munroe, 2015

Overview

From the creator of the popular webcomic xkcd.com, this book provides humorous and informative answers to unusual hypothetical questions. The author uses computer simulations, declassified military research, and complex calculations to explore scenarios ranging from the sun setting on the British Empire to the number of humans a T Rex would need to eat daily.

Who it's for

• Readers interested in science and physics
• Fans of xkcd and Randall Munroe's unique humor
• Those who enjoy exploring hypothetical scenarios with factual backing

Key features

• Language: English
• Pages: 320
• Binding: Softcover
• Publisher: John Murray General Publishing Division
• Year: 2015
• ISBN: 9781848549562