College physics

• Main Authors: Serway, Raymond A. (Author), Vuille, Chris (Author)
• Other Authors: Hughes, John (Contributor)
• Format: Book
• Language: English
• Published: Singapore Cengage Learning 2015
• Edition: Tenth edition
• Subjects: Physics; Physics > Problems, exercises, etc.
• Online Access: Click Here to View Status and Holdings.

While physics can seem challenging, its true quality is the sheer simplicity of fundamental physical theories--theories and concepts that can enrich your view of the world around you. COLLEGE PHYSICS, Tenth Edition, provides a clear strategy for connecting those theories to a consistent problem-solv...

Table of Contents:

• Part I. Mechanics :
• 1. Introduction
• 2. Motion in One Dimension
• 3. Vectors and Two-Dimensional Motion
• 4. The Laws of Motion
• 5. Energy
• 6. Momentum and Collisions
• 7. Rotational Motion and the Law of Gravity
• 8. Rotational Equilibrium and Rotational Dynamics
• 9. Solids and Fluids
• Part II. Thermodynamics :
• 10. Thermal Physics
• 11. Energy in Thermal Processes
• 12. The Laws of Thermodynamics
• Part III. Vibrations And Waves :
• 13. Vibrations and Waves
• 14. Sound
• Part IV. Electricity And Magnetism :
• 15. Electric Forces and Electric Fields
• 16. Electrical Energy and Capacitance
• 17. Current and Resistance
• 18. Direct-Current Circuits
• 19. Magnetism
• 20. Induced Voltages and Inductance
• 21. Alternating-Current Circuits and Electromagnetic Waves
• Part V. Light And Optics :
• 22. Reflection and Refraction of Light
• 23. Mirrors and Lenses
• 24. Wave Optics
• 25. Optical Instruments
• Part VI. Modern Physics :
• 26. Relativity
• 27. Quantum Physics
• 28. Atomic Physics
• 29. Nuclear Physics
• 30. Nuclear Energy and Elementary Particles