Laboratory Manual to accompany Physics Matters: An Introduction to Conceptual Physics

by James Trefil (George Mason Univ.); Robert M. Hazen (George Mason Univ.); Robert Ehrlich (George Mason Univ., Fairfax, Virginia); Ania Wyczalkowski

• ISBN13: 9780471261544
• ISBN10: 0471261548
• Edition: Lab
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2004-06-01
• Publisher: Wiley

Summary

From amusement park rides to critical environmental issues such as energy generation-physics affects almost every aspect of our world. In PHYSICS MATTERS, James Trefil and Robert Hazen examine the fundamental physics principles at work behind the many practical applications that fuel our society and individual lives. Their goal is to promote a deeper understanding of how the great ideas of physics connect to form a much larger understanding of the universe in which we live. Highlights Helps readers build a general knowledge of key ideas in physics and their connection to technology and other areas of science. Promotes an appreciation of what science is, how scientific knowledge is developed, and how it differs from other intellectual activities. Examines modern technologies, including GPS, the Internet, and information technologies, as well as medical technologies, such as MRI, PET scans, CAT scans, and radioisotope tracers. Explores key issues facing the world today, such as global warning, nuclear waste, and government funding for research.

Table of Contents

Perception; Making Estimates and Measurements; Units	1	(8)
Motion at Constant Velocity	9	(8)
Motion at Constant Acceleration	17	(8)
Forces--1 Dimension	25	(6)
Forces in 2--Dimensions	31	(10)
Momentum Conservation	41	(8)
Torques	49	(6)
Work and Energy Conservation	55	(8)
Archimedes' Principle	63	(8)
Radiant Heating and Cooling	71	(8)
Simple Harmonic Motion	79	(8)
Waves	87	(10)
Ohm's Law and Electric Circuits Part 1	97	(10)
Electric Circuits Part 2, RC Decay	107	(8)
Magnetic Fields	115	(6)
Induction and Transformers	121	(6)
Reflection, Refraction, and Polarization of Light	127	(12)
Mirrors and Lenses	139	(6)
Atomic Spectra	145	(8)
Nuclear Decay Simulation	153	(8)
Index	161