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9780130270528

Physics

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  • ISBN13:

    9780130270528

  • ISBN10:

    0130270520

  • Format: Paperback
  • Copyright: 2000-11-01
  • Publisher: Pearson College Div
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Summary

For courses in Algebra-based Physics. Jim Walker's teaching experience inspired him to create this textbook. Physics is designed to give students conceptual insight and create active involvement in the learning process. While most textbooks have one size fits all examples, Walker provides a suite of pedagogical tools that give students an active role in the learning and problem-solving process.

Table of Contents

Introduction
PART I MECHANICS
One-Dimensional Kinematics
Vectors in Physics
Two-Dimensional Kinematics
Newton's Laws of Motion
Applications of Newton's Laws
Work and Kinetic Energy
Potential Energy and Conservative Forces
Linear Momentum and Collisions
Rotational Kinematics and Energy
Rotational Dynamics and Static Equilibrium
Gravity
Oscillations About Equilibrium
Waves and Sound
Fluids
PART II THERMAL PHYSICS
Temperature and Heat
Phases and Phase Changes
The Laws of Thermodynamics
PART III ELECTROMAGNETISM
Electric Charges, Forces, and Fields
Electric Potential and Electric Potential Energy
Electric Current and Direct-Current Circuits
Magnetism
Magnetic Flux and Faraday's Law of Induction
Alternating-Current Circuits
PART IV LIGHT AND OPTICS
Electromagnetic Waves
Geometrical Optics
Optical Instruments
Physical Optics: Interference and Diffraction
PART V MODERN PHYSICS
Relativity
Quantum Physics
Atomic Physics
Nuclear Physics and Nuclear Radiation

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