9780321597519

Physics

Format: Paperback

ISBN13: 9780321597519

Paperback|9780321597519


Overview

Walker's goal is to help readers make the connection between a conceptual understanding of physics and the various skills necessary to solve quantitative problems. The pedagogy and approach are based on over 20 years of teaching and reflect the results of physics education research. The "Volume 1, Fourth Edition"strengthens both the conceptual foundations and the tools for problem solving. Introduction to Physicsm, 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 Conservation of Energy, Linear Momentum and Collisions, Rotational Kinematics and Energy, Rotational Dynamics and Static Equilibrium, Gravity, Oscillations About Equilibrium, Waves and Sound, Fluids, Temperature and Heat, Phases and Phase Changes, The Laws of Thermodynamics, 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, Electromagnetic Waves, Geometrical Optics, Optical Instruments, Physical Optics: Interference and Diffraction, Relativity, Quantum Physics, Atomic Physics, Nuclear Physics and Nuclear Radiation . Intended for those interested in learning the basics of algebra-based physics

ISBN-13

9780321597519

ISBN-10

0321597516

Weight

3.02 Pounds

Dimensions

8.50 x 1.00 x 10.80 In

List Price

$181.40

Edition

4th Edition

Format

Paperback

Language

English

Pages

720 pages

Publisher

Addison-Wesley

Published On

2009-01-07



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