Introduction to physics

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Cutnell, John D. (Author), Johnson, Kenneth W. (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Singapore : John Wiley & Sons , c2013
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