Introduction to physics
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| Language: | English |
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Singapore :
John Wiley & Sons ,
c2013
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| Edition: | 9th ed |
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Table of Contents:
- 1. Introduction and mathematical concepts
- 2. Kinematics in one dimension
- 3. Kinematics in two dimensions
- 4. Forces and Newton's laws of motion
- 5. Dynamics of uniform circular motion
- 6. Work and energy
- 7. Impulse and momentum
- 8. Rotational kinematics
- 9. Rotational dynamics
- 10. Simple harmonic motion and elasticity
- 11. Fluids
- 12. Temperature and heat
- 13. The transfer of heat
- 14. The ideal gas law and kinetic theory
- 15. Thermodynamics
- 16. Waves and sound
- 17. The principle of linear superposition and interference phenomena
- 18. Electric forces and electric fields
- 19. Electric potential energy and the electric potential
- 20. Electric circuits
- 21. Magnetic forces and magnetic fields
- 22. Electromagnetic induction
- 23. Alternating current circuits
- 24. Electromagnetic waves
- 25. The reflection of light: mirrors
- 26. The refraction of light: lenses and optical instruments
- 27. Interference and the wave nature of light
- 28. Special relativity
- 29. Particles and waves
- 30. The nature of the atom
- 31. Nuclear physics and radioactivity
- 32. Ionizing radiation, nuclear energy, and elementary particles