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Walker's goal is to help you 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. Already one of the best-selling textbooks in algebra-based physics, The Fourth Edition strengthens both the conceptual foundations and the tools for problem solving to make the book even better suited to today's students. Physics, Fourth Edition Technology Update,is accompanied by a significantly more robust MasteringPhysics®the most advanced, educationally effective, and widely used online physics tutorial and homework system in the world. Additionally, QR codesappear throughout the textbook, enabling you to use your smartphone or tablet to instantly watch interactive videos about relevant demonstrations or problem-solving strategies.

Jim Walker holds a PhD in theoretical physics from the University of Washington and currently teaches at Western Washington University. He served as a post-doc at the University of Pennsylvania, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and the University of San Diego. In recognition of his contributions to the teaching of physics, Jim was named the Boeing Distinguished Professor of Science and Mathematics Education for 2001-2003.

Applications in the Text

Preface: To the Instructor

Preface: To the Student

Guide to Features of the Text

1. Introduction to Physics

I. MECHANICS

2. One-Dimensional Kinematics

3. Vectors in Physics

4. Two-Dimensional Kinematics

5. Newton’s Laws of Motion

6. Applications of Newton’s Laws

7. Work and Kinetic Energy

8. Potential Energy and Conservation of Energy

9. Linear Momentum and Collisions

10. Rotational Kinematics and Energy

11. Rotational Dynamics and Static Equilibrium

12. Gravity

13. Oscillations About Equilibrium

14. Waves and Sound

15. Fluids

II. THERMAL PHYSICS

16. Temperature and Heat

17. Phases and Phase Changes

18. The Laws of Thermodynamics

III. ELECTROMAGNETISM

19. Electric Charges, Forces, and Fields

20. Electric Potential and Electric Potential Energy

21. Electric Current and Direct-Current Circuits

22. Magnetism

23. Magnetic Flux and Faraday’s Law of Induction

24. Alternating-Current Circuits

IV. LIGHT AND OPTICS

25. Electromagnetic Waves

26. Geometrical Optics

27. Optical Instruments

28. Physical Optics: Interference and Diffraction

V. MODERN PHYSICS

29. Relativity

30. Quantum Physics

31. Atomic Physics

32. Nuclear Physics and Nuclear Radiation

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