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Cosa accadrebbe se: Risposte scientifiche a domande ipotetiche assurde
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Randall Munroe, con i suoi fumetti stilizzati sulla scienza, la tecnologia, il linguaggio e l’amore fornisce risposte dettagliate e documentate alle domande più strampalate, che spaziano dal semplicemente bizzarro all’assolutamente diabolico: Cosa accadrebbe se facessi una nuotata in una piscina di combustibile nucleare esausto? È possibile costruire uno zaino jet utilizzando delle mitragliatrici che sparino verso il basso? E se New York venisse colpita da un terremoto di magnitudo 15 della scala Richter? Cosa accadrebbe se il DNA di una persona svanisse? Nel tentativo di trovare delle risposte, Munroe conduce simulazioni al computer, spulcia appunti di ricerca di progetti militari declassificati, si consulta con operatori di un reattore nucleare, misura con un cronometro il tempo delle scene di Star Wars, chiama sua madre e cerca su Google animali dall’aspetto inquietante. Le sue risposte sono perle di umorismo e illustrano in maniera accurata e divertente ogni cosa, a partire dalle vostre probabilità di incontrare l’anima gemella fino ai molti modi orribili in cui potreste morire costruendo una tavola periodica degli elementi. Quando è Randall Munroe a guidarvi, la scienza diventa piuttosto strana molto in fretta. Lanciare una palla da baseball a velocità prossime a quelle della luce può radere al suolo interi isolati cittadini. Una mole di talpe può soffocare il pianeta sotto una coltre di carne. Yoda può impiegare la Forza per ricaricare la sua Smart elettrica. Un tripudio di informazioni istruttive per chiunque ami ragionare per ipotesi.
Randall Munroe
Randall Munroe is a computer programmer, webcomic artist, and author, best known for his webcomic "xkcd." Born on October 17, 1984, in Easton, Pennsylvania, Munroe was interested in science and technology from a young age. He graduated from Christopher Newport University in Virginia with a degree in physics, and then went on to work as a roboticist for NASA's Langley Research Center.
In 2005, Munroe started "xkcd," a webcomic that features stick figures and humorous commentary on science, technology, and geek culture. The comic quickly gained a following, and has since become one of the most popular webcomics on the internet. It has been praised for its smart and witty humor, as well as its use of science and math concepts to explain complex ideas in an accessible way.
In addition to "xkcd," Munroe has written several books, including "What If?: Serious Scientific Answers to Absurd Hypothetical Questions," "Thing Explainer: Complicated Stuff in Simple Words," and "How To: Absurd Scientific Advice for Common Real-World Problems." These books have been well-received for their engaging writing style, humor, and use of science to explain complex topics.
Munroe has also been involved in a number of other projects related to science and technology. He has given talks at TED and other conferences, and has been a guest on numerous podcasts and TV shows. He is a regular contributor to the science blog "Wired," and has created several online tools and simulations related to physics, astronomy, and other scientific fields.
Overall, Randall Munroe is a talented and creative individual who has made significant contributions to the world of science, technology, and humor. His webcomic "xkcd" and his books have entertained and educated millions of readers around the world, and his innovative and engaging approach to science has inspired a new generation of enthusiasts and professionals.
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