Physical Science

by Tillery, Bill W.

• ISBN13: 9780073256474
• ISBN10: 0073256471
• Edition: 7th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2006-03-28
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Science/Engineering/Math

Summary

Physical Science, Seventh Edition, is a straightforward, easy-to-read, but substantial introduction to the fundamental behavior of matter and energy. It is intended to serve the needs of non-science majors who are required to complete one or more physical science courses. It offers exceptional, straight-forward writing, complimented with useful pedagogical tools.Tillery introduces basic concepts and key ideas while providing opportunities for students to learn reasoning skills and a new way of thinking about their environment. No prior work in science is assumed. The text offers students complete coverage of the physical sciences with a level of explanation and detail appropriate for all students.The sequence of chapters in Physical Science is flexible, and the instructor can determine topic sequence and depth of coverage as needed. The materials are also designed to support a conceptual approach, or a combined conceptual and problem-solving approach. With laboratory studies, the text contains enough material for the instructor to select a sequence for a two-semester course. It can also serve as a text in a one-semester physics and chemistry course.

Table of Contents

What Is Science? Physics

Motion

Energy

Heat and Temperature

Wave Motions and Sound

Electricity

Light Chemistry

Atoms and Periodic Properties

Chemical Bonds

Chemical Reactions

Water and Solutions

Organic Chemistry

Nuclear Reactions Astronomy

The Universe

The Solar System

Earth in Space Earth Science

Rocks and Minerals

Plate Tectonics

Building Earth's Surface

Shaping Earth's Surface

Geologic Time

The Atmosphere of Earth

Weather and Climate

Earth's Waters

Mathematical Review

Solubilities Chart

Relative Humidity Table

Solutions for Group A Parallel Exercises

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