Physics
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Beschreibung
This established text provides a first course in physics for students on access or foundation programmes and for non-specialist students on degree courses such as biological sciences, chemical sciences, engineering, mathematics and geology for whom physics is a subsidiary subject. The book is also suitable for trainee science teachers and medical students who need to develop a solid background in physics.
Physics offers various routes into the subject via independent introductory sections on mechanics, materials, waves and electricity. Assuming no prior knowledge and focusing on the essentials, the text develops sections on fields, electromagnetism, electronics, atomic and nuclear physics, and advanced mechanics and thermodynamics, in a logical and succinct style. Illustrations are used extensively to support theoretical explanations and help readers understand the fundamentals of physics.
Now in its fourth edition, Physics contains a new section on rotational dynamics, additional applications features throughout and it has an attractive new layout and design.
Key features include:
- mathematical exercises and extensive mathematical support
- worked examples in every chapter
- a glossary of key terms and concepts
- chapter objectives and summaries
- online resources at www.palgrave.com/foundations/breithaupt, including further case studies and experiments
Ideal for use as a class text or for independent study, Physics will help students who are new to the subject to gain confidence in their knowledge and understanding of physics.
This accessible, student-friendly text provides a comprehensive introductory course in Physics. Assuming no prior knowledge and focusing on the basics, the text offers ways into the core aspects of the subject. The third edition includes new sections on fluid flow and wave mechanics, with a thoroughly updated companion website.
- Contains over 400 questions with complete solutions, as well as a further 115 questions with numerical answers only, to consolidate knowledge at every step
- Each unit includes learning objectives, worked examples with full solutions and summaries of key points
- Glossary of key terms provided for reference and revision purposes
- Ideal for use as either a class text or an independent study resource
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- Brand-new unit on Rotational Dynamics
- Attractive new layout and design, with more illustrations and use of colour
- Expanded companion website with case studies on applications of physics, resources to develop essential mathematical skills, practical experiments and much more
Autor*in
Jim Breithaupt
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