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The Science of Rick and Morty

What Earth’s Stupidest Show Can Teach Us About Quantum Physics, Biological Hacking and Everything Else In Our Universe (An Unofficial Guide)
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The Science of Rick and Morty by Matt Brady explores the scientific concepts behind the wacky adventures of the animated series. The book delves into various scientific topics, such as parallel universes, genetic engineering, and time travel, providing insights into how they connect to real-world science. Written in an engaging style, it offers fans a deeper understanding of science through the lens of Rick and Morty's escapades.
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You might enjoy this book if you're a fan of the animated series, keen on exploring the scientific concepts behind the adventures of two eccentric characters. This book dives into the real science that makes their adventures thrilling, blending humour and education, making complex ideas accessible and entertaining for science enthusiasts and show fans alike.

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Learn about quantum physics, evolutionary biology and many of modern science's big questions through Rick and Morty, the international Netflix success.

Learn about quantum physics, evolutionary biology and many of modern science's biggest questions through Rick and Morty, the international Netflix success, now airing on Channel 4.

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What is concentrated Dark Matter?

Can idiot brainwaves disguise genius ones?

Are you living in a simulation operating at 5% capacity?

Rick and Morty may seem like the most idiotic show on TV today, but few know that a lot of its crazy adventures are based on real-life theories and cutting-edge research.

Using the biology, chemistry, and physics of the series, expert science writer Matt Brady explains the biggest questions occupying the greatest minds today, including: can we hack memory, will we ever be able to alter our basic intelligence, how far will we be able to go with cloning, could we travel to parallel universes, what energy could you get from a microverse battery, and can you control a cockroach's nervous system with your tongue.

So, become less Morty and more Rick with this wander through the portal of modern-day science.

Or just go back to laughing at the stupid jokes.

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The Science of Rick and Morty by Matt Brady is praised for delving into complex scientific concepts with humour and accessibility, appealing to fans of the show and science enthusiasts alike. Readers appreciate its exploration of real-world science behind the show’s antics, bridging comedy with education. Some reviews note it balances entertainment with informative content, making science approachable without overwhelming readers.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781788701464

Publisher: Bonnier Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 18 April 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: BLINK Publishing

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 27.0mm

Width: 153.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 410g

Pages: 336

About the Author

Matt Brady teaches International Baccalaureate level Physics 1 and 2, Honors Chemistry and Honors Physics. Prior to teaching, Brady co-founded and was Editor-in-Chief of Newsarama.com, which became the internet's largest and most respected pop culture website, winning the first Eisner Award for Best Comics-related Journalism. Along with his wife, Brady then founded TheScienceOf.org, a website that uses pop culture as a hook to teach science to the world. He has written articles about Black Panther's vibranium, Ant-Man's arrow ride in Civil War and how much The Flash would have to eat to stay alive. Last spring, Brady was honored with the Pop Culture Educator of the Year by Pop Culture Classroom, a leading organization advocating the use of comics and pop culture in all education. He continues to try to teach the world about science.

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