9780130824448

For the college-level algebra-based physics course. This student-friendly text presents the fundamental principles of physics in a clear and concise manner. Emphasizing conceptual understanding as that basis for mastering a variety of problem-solving tools, the text provides a wide range of relevant applications and illustrative examples. The focus is on the broad view of physicson the crucial role it plays in the everyday world.

Preface

xvii

Part One: Mechanics

1

(332)

1 Units and Problem Solving

1

(31)

2 Kinematics: Description of Motion

32

(32)

3 Motion in Two Dimensions

64

(35)

4 Force and Motion

99

(38)

5 Work and Energy

137

(35)

6 Momentum and Collisions

172

(38)

7 Circular Motion and Gravitation

210

(41)

8 Rotational Motion and Equilibrium

251

(43)

9 Solids and Fluids

294

(39)

Part Two: Thermodynamics

333

(85)

10 Temperature

333

(27)

11 Heat

360

(28)

12 Thermodynamics

388

(30)

Part Three: Oscillations and Wave Motion

418

(64)

13 Vibrations and Waves

418

(34)

14 Sound

452

(30)

Part Four: Electricity and Magnetism

482

(205)

15 Electric Charge, Forces, and Fields

482

(29)

16 Electric Potential, Energy, and Capacitance

511

(31)

17 Electric Current and Resistance

542

(24)

18 Basic Electric Circuits

566

(33)

19 Magnetism

599

(33)

20 Electromagnetic Induction

632

(32)

21 AC Circuits

664

(23)

Part Five: Optics

687

(115)

22 Geometrical Optics: Reflection and Refraction of Light

687

(23)

23 Mirrors and Lenses

710

(31)

24 Physical Optics: The Wave Nature of Light

741

(32)

25 Optical Instruments

773

(29)

Part Six: Modern Physics

802

26 Relativity

802

(37)

27 Quantum Physics

839

(26)

28 Quantum Mechanics and Atomic Physics

865

(27)

29 The Nucleus

892

(35)

30 Nuclear Reactions and Elementary Particles

927

Appendices

I Mathematical Relationships

A-1

(1)

II Kinetic Theory of Gases

A-2

(1)

III Planetary Data

A-3

(1)

IV Alphabetical Listing of the Chemical Elements

A-3

(1)

V Properties of Selected Isotopes

A-4

(3)

Answers to Follow-up Exercises

A-7

(8)

Answers to Odd-Numbered Exercises

A-15

Photo Credits

P-1

Index

I-1

Interactive Journey through Physics Correlation Key

IJtP-1

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College Physics

College Physics

0130824445

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